Latinos Unidos of Iowa cultivates new leaders, supports cultural and community based non-profit organizations, and improves the quality of life for all Iowans..

june 2024 news letter

2023 scholarship awards

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Testimonials


NIACC studying in the field of HVAC
Latinos Unidos of Iowa have been a great help to me. Not only to me but to my family who they have helped relieving tuition debt. I deeply appreciate their efforts in helping Latinos all around Iowa.
Fabian Rivera NIACC studying in the field of HVAC

How Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship has helped me. The Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship has helped me soar and make the most of my college experience. I was able to pay a year of my tuition alongside other scholarships I gained which has opened the possibility to attend college. I’ve gained friends, memories, contacts, and most importantly; opportunities. 
Valentina Weihe SchirrmeisterAttending DMACC with a Biology major.
Attending DMACC in the field of study AS and CIS.
As a 2023 Latina recipient of the Latinos Unidos Scholarship, I was able to continue studying during the 2023 fall semester to obtain my transfer associates of liberal arts. The scholarship has helped me pay for the bearing costs of my classes,  books, and online learning platform subscriptions. I plan to continue my studies this spring and am counting on the scholarship to purchase materials for my late start classes in March. Thank you again for all of your help it means the world to me!
Denise Villatoro Attending DMACC in the field of study AS and CIS.
The Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship has helped me relieve some of my financial burden that college produces. This scholarship has also helped me recognize the community that is out there, willing to help Latinos and support them on their journey. This community allows me to feel comfortable in my identity when I sometimes feel like I am the only one. 
Dania Larios Attending Drake University majoring in Pharmacy.
The Latinos Unidos of Iowa Scholarship has helped me accomplish one of my biggest goals: attending the 4 year, university of my dreams. Without their financial support I wouldn’t be able to be here. The Latinos Unidos of Iowa community is very welcoming, and together we are all changing society by showing that Latinos can make it too!
Stephanie CortesLoras College majoring in Biology and Psychology.
My name is Noemi Vega, and I am a first-generation college student at Central College. I was born and raised in Osceola, Iowa but my mom and dad are both from Jalisco, Mexico. I am blessed to have the support of Latinos Unidos, without their support, I would not be able to attend college!
Noemi VegaCentral College majoring in sociology and communications.
Estoy muy agradecida con la beca que recibí de Latinos Unidos of Iowa ha sido una bendición de Dios el poder estudiar para mi estoy aprendiendo un montón disfruto de cada cosa que estoy aprendiendo gracias por ser parte de lo que algún día fue un sueño pero ahora está siendo una realidad.
I am very grateful for the scholarship I received from Latinos Unidos of lowa, it has been a blessing from God to be able to study. I am learning a lot and enjoying everything I am learning. Thank you for being part of what was one day a dream but now it is becoming a reality.
Priscila SuarezDMACC studying Nutrition.

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To achieve our mission and address the needs of Latinos communities in Iowa, Latinos Unidos of Iowa raises resources from individuals, leverages them against business, government and non-profit partners in order to invest them in Latinos leaders and organizations via scholarships and small grants.

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We are a group of committed volunteers dedicated to promoting culturally centered leadership and highlight the educational programs and social events. Latinos Unidos of Iowa operates on the premise that in order to raise positive awareness of the Latinos culture and education it must increase investment within the Latinos community and beyond, advocate educational opportunities and highlight the strength that diverse communities bring to our state.

Founded in 1989 Latinos Unidos of Iowa (formally Viva Mexico) is a 501c3 founded to provide college scholarships for Latinos youth in Iowa. Over that last 30 years Latinos Unidos has provided scholarships for hundreds of Iowa college students, served as a link between the Latinos and non-Latinos communities and promoted the wellbeing of all Iowans.

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Latinos Unidos of Iowa cultivates new leaders, supports cultural and community based non-profit organizations, and improves the quality of life for all Iowans.