The Rev. Luis Cortés Jr. is often described as a person who lives in the future. His ability to identify the struggles of Latino communities and envision long-term solutions has made him an “opportunity capitalist,” said the Rev. Danny Cortés, also a pastor, of his brother’s decades of work.
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — President Trump got nearly half the Latino vote in Florida. But in Arizona, Latino voters favored Biden nearly 2 to 1. So, what’s the explanation? Simply put, Rev. Luis Cortes, the founder of Esperanza Academy in North Philadelphia says, “We are not a monolithic group.” Reverend Cortes, founder of Esperanza Academy in…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Philadelphia, Pa. – November 3, 2020. Esperanza has been awarded a $1 million grant over five years from the Lilly Endowment to implement the Esperanza Thriving Congregations program, which will help to reinvigorate approximately 20 Latino churches across the Greater Philadelphia area. Esperanza recognizes that thriving congregations are those that fulfill the…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Philadelphia, Pa. – November 2, 2020. Voting in the 2020 Election at Esperanza’s Polling Location On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 the Esperanza voting site, located at Esperanza Academy Charter High School gymnasium 4261 N 5th Street, will be open from 7a.m. to 8p.m. as a voting location for Philadelphia divisions eight (8) and nine (9) in ward seven (7). Esperanza asks that all voters anticipate waiting in line, wear face masks while waiting in line, and practice social distancing. Voters may also submit…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Philadelphia, Pa – October 14, 2020. Statement by Esperanza About Political Event at Esperanza Owned Facility Esperanza is aware of a political event taking place on Friday, October 16, 2020 in one of our facilities located at 191 West Hunting Park Avenue. This event is being coordinated by the tenant that leases the facility and is not…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – October 13, 2020. Esperanza College is hosting its Fourth Annual Minorities in Health Science Symposium on Friday, October 16th virtually through Zoom. The event is open to all Philadelphia area high schools as well as Esperanza College students. The students will hear from Dr. Julie Gerberding, Executive Vice President…
It is a missed opportunity for Democrats, said the Rev. Luis Cortés Jr., an evangelical leader in Philadelphia. Cortés said Latino evangelicals are less conservative than White evangelicals and are open to Democratic priorities such as racial justice and a strong social safety net, especially now that the pandemic is disproportionately hurting Latino communities.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Philadelphia, PA – September 28, 2020. The Nueva Esperanza, Inc. (NEI) Board of Directors has awarded Rev. Luis Cortes, Jr., President, and Founder a three-month sabbatical that will begin on October 1, 2020. As Esperanza continues to target and address the unmet needs of the Latino community, Rev. Luis will be taking…
Dear friends, Considering Coronavirus (COVID-19), Esperanza would like to share some important information with members of our Esperanza community. We recognize there may be questions and concerns about how Esperanza is addressing COVID-19 concerns. We want to assure you that despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19, Esperanza has continued to render much needed services…
Virtual Latino Arts Festival presented by Esperanza Arts Center FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. Philadelphia, PA – August 26, 2020. Tweet: @Esperanza_US will host the first #VRTL Latino Arts Festival in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The #FSTVL will spotlight artists and traditions from all over Latin America! Info: Esperanza Art Center (EAC) is pleased to announce the…
