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Giselle Cushing

 

I am involved with Hispanic Unity because… “ I want to help others achieve the “American Dream”. My parents were immigrants that came into this Country with no money to start their lives in the USA. They were very fortunate to connect with a small non-for-profit organization in Chicago that assisted them to get on their feet. I want to pay it forward and help families access the same opportunities we all have in this Country! ”

Anthony J. Abbate

Associate Provost and Professor

Florida Atlantic University

I am involved with Hispanic Unity of Florida because I support the mission to empower immigrants to be engaged, productive, and self-sufficient members of American society. I am aware of the opportunities and the challenges, my parents having been first and second generation immigrants, of contributing meaningfully to the "melting pot" that makes this nation so attractive for achieving security and prosperity for individuals and families.

 

Maritza Alvarez

Vice President of Memorial Neuroscience Institute

Memorial Hospital West

“As the daughter of immigrant parents, I had the opportunity to witness firsthand the courage and determination it takes to leave one’s country and pursue the American Dream. In those days, resources and support services for immigrants were scarce to nonexistent. I support HUF because it has become a beacon in our community for immigrants seeking guidance and support as they acclimate to their new home.”

Melida Akiti

Vice President

Memorial Healthcare System

I support HUF because: “I take passion in serving my community. I strongly believe in giving back as part of our mission in life.”

 

Angie Stone

Stone Business Solutions, Inc

I support HUF because: “I found a place in South Florida that supports people who have moved to a new place in order to improve their lives.”

 

 

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Hispanic Unity of Florida: Client Stories

Hispanic Unity of Florida (HUF) is a non-profit founded in 1982 by community leaders to ease the acculturation transition for newcomers from other nations. Today, HUF provides assistance through 12 programs and 30+ services in four languages to South Florida's diverse community. HUF, an UnidosUS Affiliate, is one of South Florida’s largest agencies dedicated to the immigrant population, providing them with the tools they need to build a new life. Since its inception, HUF has served nearly 500,000 people.