On this episode, we welcome Gaby Cordova, Director of Engagement with the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan.

Founded in 1978, the goal of the Hispanic Center is to provide unmet social services to the Hispanic Community in Greater West Michigan.

The Hispanic Center of West Michigan is located on Cesar Chavez Ave. in Roosevelt Park, the largest Latino neighborhood in Grand Rapids.

The Center serves more than 30,000 individuals annually. 

The staff is largely bilingual and multicultural. 

Hispanic Festival 2025 is the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan's annual celebration of our West Michigan’s rich Latino heritage.

The dates are August 1-3 on Calder Plaza

Learn More: Hispanic Center of Western Michigan