About Us
The League is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization whose mission is the advancement of Puerto Rican/Hispanic women through higher education. The proceeds of all our events go toward the funding of our Scholarship Program, a most worthy cause of which we should all be extremely proud. The League’s Scholarships are granted to Puerto Rican and Hispanic undergraduate women selected for their academic excellence and service to the community. The League receives no government funding and our Scholarships are supported by community donations.
Since 2009, the League has presented 114 Scholarships at our Scholarship Galas held at the Marina Del Rey in the Bronx, for a grand total of $114,000 in scholarships.
We encourage and welcome you and those you know to join and support the League as Members, Contributors, or Sponsors, and to attend our events. Your membership and financial support empower Puerto Rican women to overcome the economic obstacles that would prevent them from earning their college degrees. Discover the power to make a difference by supporting the League and making an investment in the future of Puerto Rican women.
The League is one of the few organizations in the nation whose focus is on the advancement of Puerto Rican women through higher education. We hope that we can count on you to support the League’s Scholarship Program, and we appreciate and thank you for your loyalty and generosity.
In 2019, we presented 12 scholarships to Puerto Rican/ Hispanic undergraduate women selected for their academic excellence and service to the community. Five of these Scholarships are financed by the League’s chief sponsor for the past twelve years: the New York Yankees, to whom we are supremely grateful.
We were also proud to have had the following role models as our 2019 Scholarship Gala honorees:
Woman of the Year: Carmen J. Villa-Lugo, Esq. Chairwoman, Acacia Network
Man of the Year: Miguel A. Fuentes, Jr., President/CEO, BronxCare Health System (not in picture)
Education Award: Dr. Anna Flores Locke, Director, Clinical Internship, Nyack College
Labor Leader Award: Lourdes Acevedo, Recording Secretary, CWU Local 1180
Public Service Award: Sgt. Jessica Hernandez, President, Latino Court Officers Society
Business Award: Maryjane Vargas-Rios, Owner, The MJ Treatment
Public Health Service Award: Dr. Diana Hernandez, Asst. Prof., Columbia University
We believe all women can embrace who they are,
can define their future, and can change the world.
Our Mission
The League is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing Puerto Rican/Hispanic women through higher education. Our mission is to provide opportunities for academic and personal growth, empowering women to achieve their full potential. We are proud to fund our Scholarship Program through the proceeds of all our events, ensuring that deserving students have the financial support they need to pursue their educational goals. Our scholarships are awarded to Puerto Rican and Hispanic undergraduate women who have demonstrated academic excellence and a commitment to serving their communities. By investing in these talented and driven individuals, we aim to create a brighter future for not only the recipients but also for the broader society. We believe that education is a powerful tool for positive change, and we are honored to play a role in supporting the next generation of leaders. Thank you for joining us in this important mission.
Our Vision
Our vision for The League is to be a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing Puerto Rican/Hispanic women through higher education. We are committed to using the proceeds from all our events to fund our Scholarship Program, which we believe is a most worthy cause of which we should all be extremely proud. The League’s Scholarships are specifically designed to support Puerto Rican and Hispanic undergraduate women who have demonstrated academic excellence and a strong commitment to serving their community. We believe that by providing these scholarships, we can empower and support the next generation of leaders within the Puerto Rican and Hispanic communities. It is our hope that through our efforts, we can create a lasting and positive impact on the lives of these women, their families, and their communities as a whole