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There’s something special about fall in Tucson, there’s renewed energy in the air with events filling the calendar, but best of all, the temperatures finally settle into the comfortable 80s we all look forward to. Which brings me to mention an annual event, the Tucson Classics Car Show, a family-friendly celebration of classic cars, community […]

During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the vibrancy, history, and profound contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. For me, this celebration is deeply personal because it’s a moment to honor the unique blend of people that created my home: Puerto Rico. To truly understand what it means to be Puerto Rican one must understand the […]

From Cassondra Forste, While I honestly answer demographic questions as being Hispanic and multi-racial, I have a limited connection to my heritage as someone who has often lightheartedly described themselves as a “broken Mexican” (no affinity for spicy food). However, considering the theme of “honoring the past, inspiring the future,” I reflected on important lessons […]

From Zulma Tapia, Hispanic Heritage Month is a beautiful way of honoring Latino cultures living in the United States by celebrating our contributions to this nation, which go beyond the delicious food, diverse music, and amazing art. Different countries with unique traditions and history, yet united by one thing: a fighting spirit. If there is […]

At Pima Foundation, we are proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and the vibrant cultures that shape not only our diverse team, but that of our community. This month, we honor the stories, traditions, and contributions of the Latino community, highlighting the richness they bring to our work, our lives, and our nation. I am […]

At Pima Foundation, we know that strong leadership fuels strong opportunities. At the start of this fiscal year, we proudly welcomed five new members to our Board of Directors who each share a passion, expertise, and commitment to education that will help further our commitment to Pima Community College. Each new member brings more than […]

Every year on Labor Day, we pause to celebrate the contributions of America’s workers, because of their determination, creativity, and resilience keeps our communities and economy moving forward. It’s a day to honor not just the labor of the past, but the promise of the future, which is the next generation of skilled workers, innovators, […]

As the doors open and classrooms fill with fresh, buzzing energy, we welcome a new academic year at Pima Community College. There is a special excitement in the air on the first day of school. Whether it’s finding your classroom, meeting new faces, and feeling that mix of jitters and possibility that comes with a […]

After a short summer break, Pima Voices is back and ready to bring you even more stories of that connect, thrive and explore the Tucson community. Hosted by me, Savannah, this podcast was born from the belief that every voice matters and every story has the power to inspire. For me personally, Pima Voices isn’t […]

Diana sits down with Savannah to share why a will matters. Savannah: Diana, August is “Make A Will Month.” For those who may not be familiar, why is this something we’re talking about at Pima Foundation? Diana: “August is all about shining a light on something we sometimes put off thinking about, our will and […]