Seattle May Day – International Workers’ Day 2025
Our El Centro de la Raza staff took the afternoon to join thousands in the streets of Seattle for May Day, standing in solidarity for workers’ rights, immigrant protections, and fair wages. We spoke with labor leaders and organizers at the Cal Anderson Park rally before marching alongside the crowd through Capitol Hill and downtown, capturing the energy and purpose of the day as it concluded with a powerful rally at 2nd and Marion.
City of Seattle’s Environmental Justice Fund: May 8, 2025
El Centro de la Raza was proud to join over 100 community partners and Mayor Bruce Harrell at the Centilia Cultural Center to celebrate the powerful impact of the Environmental Justice Fund! From storytelling through art and writing to hands-on environmental restoration work, the event highlighted years of community-led projects addressing climate justice and environmental equity. Thank you to the dozens of EJ Fund awardees who came together to share, inspire, and build momentum for a healthier, more just future.
Pictured: event highlights and powerful words from speakers including @lakecitycollective’s César Garcia, Mayor Harrell, El Centro de la Raza’s Marcos Martinez, OSE’s Deputy Director Lylianna Allala, and FEED 7 Generations’ Romajean Thomas. 📸
The EJ Fund is now accepting applications! Learn more and apply by June 3—linkf our ongoing commitment to improving lives and strengthening our community. Together, we’re creating lasting impact through collaboration and compassion.
Cinco de Mayo Wrap-Up: May 3, 205
Thank you to everyone who joined us on May 3rd to celebrate Cinco de Mayo! From the vibrant music and delicious food to the amazing performances and community spirit, the event was a beautiful reminder of the rich culture and resilience of our comunidad.
We’re so grateful to our performers, vendors, volunteers, and staff who made the celebration possible — and to each of you who came out to dance, eat, and honor our shared heritage. ¡Juntos, seguimos adelante!
Stay connected for more upcoming events – we can’t wait to celebrate with you again soon!
Seattle Sounders FC & RAVE Foundation: May 3, 2025
¡Mil Gracias, Seattle Sounders FC & RAVE Foundation! On Saturday, May 3, 2025, our Luis Alfonso Velasquez After School Program kids, teachers, and staff had the unforgettable experience of being on the field at the Sounders match! We were honored to be recognized for the work we do to support and empower youth in our community. Moments like these remind our young people that they are seen, celebrated, and valued. ¡Gracias por uplifting our Beloved Community!
Celebrating Teacher Appreication Week:
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This week, we proudly celebrated the extraordinary educators at our José Martí Child Development Center (JMCDC)—the heart of our early learning programs. With care, compassion, and deep cultural understanding, our teachers nurture over 500 children across five sites, guiding them through critical stages of growth and development. From Plaza Roberto Maestas in Beacon Hill, to Hirabayashi Place in the International District, Cedar Crossing in Roosevelt, Beacon Pacific Village—which now welcomes 144 new students across seven classrooms—and soon, the Four Amigos site in Columbia City, JMCDC continues to expand while remaining rooted in community since 1972. Through our bilingual, bicultural curriculum, JMCDC teachers empower children ages 15 months to 5 years with cultural pride, confidence, and school readiness, fostering well-rounded development in mind, body, and spirit. To all our JMCDC teachers: thank you for shaping young minds and building a just, joyful future—one child at a time. Your work is the foundation of a brighter tomorrow. ¡Gracias!
Event Recap: Free First Thursdays at the Museum of Flight
We recently had the opportunity to attend the Museum of Flight’s Free First Thursday event—an inspiring evening filled with exploration, hands-on activities, and engaging educational experiences for all ages. Held on the first Thursday of each month from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, this monthly event offers free admission and is a fantastic opportunity for families to experience the wonders of aviation and STEM in an accessible and welcoming environment.
Located at 9404 E. Marginal Way South in Seattle, the Museum of Flight creates meaningful connections between visitors, local aerospace organizations, and community resources. We encourage you to share this opportunity with others—it’s a great way to spend an evening learning, discovering, and dreaming big.
