Organizations
CEN-TEX HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Cen-Tex Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (CTHCC), established in 1975, strives to unite the Latinx American community in Central Texas, developing partnerships that create stronger community relationships, networking opportunities and economic growth for its members. Governed by a board of directors, the CTHCC is composed of Latinx American community leaders and other professionals in the community who recognize increasing cultural diversity. Chamber members and volunteers work with the community to successfully promote the business, economic, educational, and social development of the Latinx American community in Waco and Central Texas.
LULAC
254-235-2458
LULAC is the largest and oldest Latinx American organization in the United States. LULAC advances the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, housing, health, and civil rights of Latinx Americans through community-based programs operating at more than 1,000 LULAC councils nationwide. The organization involves and serves all Latinx nationality groups.
LA PUERTA
La Puerta Waco, a faith-based ministry in Waco, was founded in order to support the Latinx American community. La Puerta Waco provides an array of nontraditional programs that prioritize family support and technology, together with the provision of life skills training — all within a faith-based environment.