The Women’s Fund Miami-Dade is pleased to announce eight spectacular Hispanic women philanthropists who will be honored at the second annualMujeres Giving Back recognition luncheon scheduled for Friday, November 6th, 2015 at Jungle Island.
“To highlight the economic impact and leadership of Hispanics in our community, we recognize women who have been leaders in leveraging their power and influence to give back,” said BB&T Vice President – Market Hub Leader and Women’s Fund board member Leticia Carrazana, who co-chairs the event committee.
Mujeres Giving Back highlights the philanthropic impact of Hispanic women leaders in Miami-Dade. Nominated by South Florida residents and selected by an independent judging panel of community leaders, these women give back to our community through time, talent or treasure.
The 2015 Mujeres Giving Back honorees are:
Joven Giving Back (18-35)
Cristina Mas, Pointe Group Advisors Diana Brooks, VSBrooks Advertising
Rachelle Metcalfe, FIU Honors College Katherine Fernandez Rundle, State Attorney
Mujer Giving Back Time
Rosa Alvarez, Guardian ad Litem Program Laura Munilla, Report Developer LCM, LLC
Karyl Argamasilla, Bilzin Sumberg
With 54 million in the US population, Hispanics have an impressive buying power of $1.2 trillion; Miami-Dade’s 65% Hispanic population represents a powerful economic and philanthropic force.
The Women’s Fund foresees a sold-out event with 300 of Miami-Dade community leaders, corporate executives, elected officials and professional philanthropic-minded women and men. Luncheon guests can look forward to an amazing silent auction, live music and a program which will inspire and empower.
Supporting sponsors to date are: Comcast, The Miami Herald, South Florida Luxury Guide, American Airlines, BNY Mellon, BB&T, AXA Advisors LLC, GNR8N Kulture LLC.
To attend the Mujeres Giving Back recognition luncheon or for more information regarding corporate partnerships, buying a table or advertising on the program book, please call The Women’s Fund at 305.441.0506. Individual tickets are $150. Seating is limited. For more information regarding The Women’s Fund, please visit www.womensfundmiami.org.