Hispanic Federation
Mario Mendez is an accomplished professional currently serving as Immigration Programs Manager at Hispanic Federation since June 2023 and previously as Immigration Programs Coordinator. As Founder and President of the Live Life Like Leo Organization, Mario established a nonprofit to assist students at Dardanelle High School in attending college through scholarships and resourceful events, inspired by the memory of a deceased brother. Mario also gained valuable experience as a Campaign Intern for Kristen Gonzales for State Senate, where responsibilities included organizing volunteers and conducting donor research. Prior to these roles, Mario worked as a Health Ambassador at Walmart. Educational achievements include a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government and Spanish from Arkansas Tech University, alongside further studies in Political Science and Government at Queens College.
Hispanic Federation
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The Hispanic Federation provides grants to a broad network of Latino non-profit agencies serving the most vulnerable members of the Hispanic community and advocates nationally with respect to the vital issues of education, health, immigration, economic empowerment, civic engagement and the environment.