AVANCE- San Antonio Strengthens community connections

The AVANCE-San Antonio team has been on fire, making an incredible impact in the community!    Over 30 AVANCE parents attended the WE: Women Empowered Conference at San Antonio College, where they were warmly welcomed by the Empowerment Center team, including Director Dr. Mary Helen Vera and Senior Advisor Venus Prado. For many, this was their … Read more

AVANCE-San Antonio and KIA America: A Heartwarming Collaboration   

AVANCE-San Antonio had the unique opportunity to collaborate with KIA America on a special commercial in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. “As a long-time supporter of AVANCE, KIA has generously funded our Caminos program, making a meaningful difference in the lives of our families. When KIA approached us with the idea of highlighting one of … Read more

A Spectacular First Day: AVANCE-Dallas and AVANCE-Houston Families Embrace Learning and New Beginnings

AVANCE-Dallas and AVANCE-Houston recently kicked off the new school year with a heartwarming and successful first day of programs. Parents were warmly welcomed and introduced to the program, meeting the teachers who will be guiding their children throughout the year. Meanwhile, the children engaged in fun, interactive activities that helped them settle into their new … Read more

A New Chapter Begins: How AVANCE Chapters Gear Up for an Inspiring Year  

Across the AVANCE network, chapters are buzzing with excitement as they welcome back staff and kick off the new program year with a flurry of activities and new initiatives.    In Austin, AVANCE has partnered with Human-IT to provide essential technology resources to families, ensuring equitable access to opportunity. This summer, 320 technology devices were made … Read more

A Decade of Delicious Learning: AVANCE-Austin’s Early Literacy and Nutrition Program

This summer marks the 10th anniversary of AVANCE-Austin’s Early Literacy and Nutrition program, a five-week initiative conducted in partnership with H-E-B Read 3. Designed to enrich the lives of parents and children, the program combines educational activities with nutritional awareness to create an engaging learning environment for all participants.    Throughout the program, families enjoy various … Read more