
The Strategic Alliance for Leadership and Social Action (SALSA) issued a press release to brownwoodnews.com following their recent event:
We want to thank our community for making this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration such a wonderful success. The event, held on September 20th at the Depot Civic & Cultural Center, brought together families, friends, and neighbors to celebrate culture, music, food, and community pride.
We extend our deepest gratitude to all of our vendors and donors, whose support and participation helped bring this event to life.
Donors:
- Susie Flores
- Kinzaap Thai Restaurant
- Jalecensia
- Trece Leches
- La Botana
- Underwoods
- Section Hand
- Auto Zone
- Crysler’s Collision Center
- Hawk Hill Sales
- Mid-Tex FCU
- Hometown Liquor
- Ricochet Antiques
- Prima Pasta
- Hawk Hill Sales
- Home Depot
- Texas Bank
- First Central CU
- Joey & Estella Soto
- Chema Martinez

Vendors:
- First Central CU
- Stepha Marcelo Perez
- Lori Hohertz
- Tall Treats
- The Grove
- Mary Ramirez at J Bloom Designs
- David Lopez at Jalecensia
- Stella Manriquez
- Pogue Farms
- Vinny’s Kettle Corn
- Sherry Howry
- Cool Balloon Twisting
- Art-Z Face Painting
From delicious foods and unique local goods to family activities and entertainment, our vendors and donors showcased the richness and generosity of Brown County.

We also want to congratulate our winners:
- 50/50 Raffle Winner: Ella Martinez
- Grito Contest Winner: Johanna Gonzalez
- Lotería Blackout Winner: Johanna Gonzalez
Most importantly, a heartfelt thank you goes out to our volunteers, who gave their time and energy to ensure the event ran smoothly. Your dedication to serving the community and supporting SALSA’s mission means so much.
Together, we created a memorable evening of culture, music, laughter, and unity. SALSA is proud to continue raising funds for scholarships for Brown County students, and we look forward to many more celebrations to come!
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