About HOPE
Our Mission
Hispanas Organized for Political Equality® (HOPE) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization committed to ensuring political and economic parity for Latinas through leadership, advocacy, and education to benefit all communities and the status of women.
HOPE programs and educational events are open to all individuals who support Latina leadership to strengthen our democracy and advance economic mobility.
Our Impact
HOPE® prepares and supports Latinas as civic leaders while providing inclusive leadership opportunities open to all who want to learn from the Latina perspective. We advance civic education, foster community leadership, and advocate for fair and informed policy solutions that expand opportunity for every community.
For more than 35 years, HOPE’s innovative programs have trained and inspired over 65,000 participants nationwide, while our public education and advocacy efforts have reached millions more. Our work highlights the experiences and contributions of Latinas to the U.S. economy and society, helping to strengthen civic participation and build stronger, more representative communities.
Who We Are
What We Do
Why We Do It
Our Work
Building Power & Cultivating Changemakers
HOPE Programs
HOPE programs build community power by supporting Latinas with developing the skills to continue their education, break barriers in their careers, and grow as civic leaders. Programs are tailored to different sectors of our community, from high school students, to college students and recent grads, to professionals.
This includes:
- HOPE Youth Leadership Program
- HOPE College Leadership Program
- HOPE Regional Institute & Hubs
- HOPE Leadership Institute
- HOPE Binational Fellowship
Bringing Community Together
HOPE Education
HOPE educational events bring together individuals committed to leadership, advocacy, and economic advancement, celebrating the contributions and achievements of Latinas while strengthening our democracy.
This includes:
- Latina History Day®
- Latina Action Day®
- Latina Empowerment Days
- Anniversary Awards Dinner
- Young Professional Summit
- Ad hoc events and virtual programming throughout the year
Elevating the Latina Experience
HOPE Data and Research
HOPE listens closely to our fellow Latinas and shares data on their experiences, and advocates for policy changes that champion equity for all.
This includes:
- A series of reports on the economic status of Latinas in various states
- Public opinion polling in partnership with other community groups
- Studies on the state of the Latina community in California
- And other data on issues facing our communities, including mental health, educational access, racism, workplace equity, and more.
Watch HOPE's Impact
Our Ratings and Awards
- 2025 James Irvine Foundation Leadership Award | Awarded to CEO Helen Iris Torres
- 2018 HIPGiver Gender Equity Award | Hispanics in Philanthropy
- 2017 Champion in Education Award | The Los Angeles Latino Chamber of Commerce
- 2015 Community Partnership Award | Southern California Edison
- 2014 Latino Spirit Award, Achievement in Community Empowerment | CA Latino Legislative Caucus
- 2014 Medallion Award | National Association of Secretaries of State
- 2013 Small Business Advocate of the Year | California Hispanic Chamber
- 2013 Advocate of the Year | Latina Style Magazine
Our Sponsors
HOPE creates impact in the lives of Latinas and the communities they live in with the support and generosity of dedicated sponsors. A special thank you to our Premier Partners, Strategic Partners, and Benefactors for their support of our mission.
For information on becoming a sponsor, please email latinas@latinas.org.
HOPE programming made possible by grants from
Premier Partners
Strategic Partners
Benefactors
Donate to Build Community Power
Become a DonorSupport HOPE’s work to build political and economic power across the United States. Whether with a one-time donation or by joining the Friends of HOPE Network, your donation will sustain our programs and events, advocacy efforts, and research.