Each week on “Making a Difference” our host Steve Strum talks to community advocates in the North Florida area who are making a difference. This week he sat down with Monica Hernandez from the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
The First Coast Hispanic Chamber is dedicated to provide support and resources to the Hispanic business community through partnerships, education and monthly programs. The Achieving the Dream Scholarship program was founded in 1995 to serve as a conduit to provide scholarships to Hispanic students in NE Florida.
To learn more, visit https://fchcc.com.
What nonprofit do you feel makes the greatest impact in our community?: Within the Hispanic community, FCHCC
What volunteer experience has impacted you the most?: My role within the Hispanic chamber
How do you define success?: The opportunity to achieve and better yourself, regardless of what that is.
What’s your favorite way to get involved in the community?: Through volunteer opportunities and serving on boards. Being an example and show kindness and respect for one another
