Agency Documents

Annual Report 2023-2024

A Year of Growth and Transition

As I sit down to reflect on this past year, I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude and purpose. It has been a year of significant transition, not only for me personally as new President & CEO, but also for our leadership team and El Centro as a whole. This journey has been one of immense growth and learning, marked by surprises and challenges that we were able to navigate together, thanks to the unwavering commitment of our incredible staff.

Every day, I am inspired by the dedication of our team—people who have devoted their time, energy, and passion to serving nuestra comunidad Latina. They remind me constantly of why this work matters so much. From advocating for equal rights to challenging systems of inequity that impact our Latino and immigrant communities, our mission is clear: to build a stronger, more just society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

I am thankful for the warm welcome and support I received from our community allies and funding partners. Their trust has empowered me to continue leading with intention and integrity. I do not take this role lightly. The great honor and duty entrusted to me are deeply personal, having spent nearly half of my life dedicated to the mission of El Centro—first as an employee, and now as its leader.

As we work with our staff and board to embark on a new strategic planning process, I feel a palpable sense of excitement for what lies ahead. The plan we will unveil in the coming months is not only a roadmap for our future but a reaffirmation of our commitment to the values that have guided us for nearly five decades. As we step into El Centro’s 48th year of service, we leave behind the uncertainty and chaos of the pandemic and look toward a new era—one where we build on our legacy while always remembering who we are, why we were created, and who we are here to serve: nuestra comunidad Latina.

Siempre Adelante,
Erica Andrade