A celebration of culture, community & service
Latino Heritage
Celebration
Many Cultures, One Phamily.
Honoring the extraordinary people who carry our heritage forward and bring our communities together.
October 12, 2026
Monday
5:00 PM
An evening of celebration
The Grand East
454 West 155th Street, Harlem, NY
The people behind the impact
Our distinguished honorees
2026 Latino Heritage Honoree
Public service & community leadership
George Alvarez
New York State Assemblymember
78th Assembly District · The Bronx
A voice for the Bronx. A champion for opportunity.
George Alvarez is a Bronx community advocate and public servant representing New York’s 78th Assembly District. Born in the Dominican Republic and of Afro-Caribbean heritage, Alvarez earned a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a master’s degree in Logistics in Madrid, Spain. He also holds a certification in Cybersecurity from Harvard University, along with additional technical certifications. (New York State Assembly)
Before serving in the State Assembly, Alvarez was active in Bronx community affairs and advocacy, focusing on issues such as employment, affordable housing, immigrant families, racial and social justice, and economic opportunity. His professional background also includes entrepreneurship and job creation. (New York State Assembly)
Our heritage. Our community. Our phamily.
Different roots. A shared purpose.
An evening of fellowship, refreshments, entertainment, and heartfelt recognition of the people who lift our communities.