These students were recognized for their achievements at the Achieving the Dream Scholarship luncheon presented by the Jaguars Foundation on Friday, May 16, 2025. The luncheon took place from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Florida Blue, 4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32207.

The scholarship program enables students who work hard and achieve academic excellence to start or continue their education. The FCHCC Community Development Fund awards these scholarships based on primary criteria of financial need (30%) and academics (minimum GPA 3.0) (25%). The remaining points are assessed based on a finalist interview, letters of recommendation, video, essays, extracurricular activities, community involvement and honors/awards.

FCHCC congratulates an impressive group of 2025 Achieving the Dream Scholarship recipients.

The Sponsors for the ATD Luncheon were:

• Presenting Sponsor: Jaguars Foundation
• Gold Sponsors: Coca Cola Beverages, Florida and Action News Jax
• Silver Sponsor: Bank of America
• Bronze Sponsor: VyStar Credit Union
• Scholarship Donors: Jimenez-Bellisario Family Trust, Clark Vargas Scholarship, In memory of Elizabeth Baptista-Carrero, Arlington Toyota, Florida Blue, University of North Florida (UNF), Fisher Tousey Attorneys at Law and VyStar Credit Union
• Luncheon Sponsors: Real 4 Jax Realtors
• In-Kind Sponsors: MiAddvantage, DEX Imaging, Sheila Trujillo Photography, DV Home & Style, LLC and Mocha Misk’I Brownie Shop

FCHCC thanks all our Sponsors, Corporate Partners and the Gala Planning and Selections Committee Members for all their hard work in making this event once again successful.

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Mission of the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC): to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.

Media Contact: Chief of Staff, chiefofstaff@fchcc.com
Phone: (904) 346-1118 ext. 2
Website: https://fchcc.com

Media Contact: Maria Isabel Montoya, mimontoya@miaddvantage.com
FCHCC Director of Communications
Phone: (484) 868-4227

FCHCC Strategic and Large Corporate Partners are: Florida Blue, iHeart Media, CMG Cox Media Group, Norsan Media, Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), CSX, MiAddvantage, Dominion Inc., Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA), PNC Bank, UNF Coggin College of Business and Citi.

The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) was created to encourage and promote sound, ethical and successful business practices in the Hispanic community and to further the recognition of Hispanic heritage and culture through educational endeavors. The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) is committed to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large. For more information about the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, visit https://fchcc.com.

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Dr. Moez Limayem, President of the University of North Florida will be the Keynote Speaker. With a passion for education and a commitment to student success, President Limayem will share his vision on unlocking opportunities, driving innovation, and shaping a brighter future. Sponsorship opportunities are available and more information can be found on fchcc.com.

About the ATD Scholarship Program: The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) has supported the education of Hispanics for many years with over half a million dollars in scholarships that have been awarded. Furthermore, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in Jacksonville (FCHCC), is proud to have impacted the lives of more than two hundred fifty (250) earnest and qualified scholarship recipients during its 30+ years of existence.

The ATD Scholarship program not only enables students who have worked hard and achieved academic excellence to start or continue their education, it gives them the opportunity to become future successful entrepreneurs.

WHEN: May 16, 2025
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
COST: $60 Single Tickets – FCHCC Members
$80 Single Tickets – Non-members
Tickets are on sale now here!

WHERE: Florida Blue
4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32246

Sponsors: Thank you to our Sponsors below:
Gold Sponsor: VyStar Credit Union
Scholarship Sponsor: Arlington Toyota
In-Kind Sponsors: DEX Imaging and MiAddVantage

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Mission of the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC): to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.

Media Contact: Chief of Staff, chiefofstaff@fchcc.com
Phone: (904) 346-1118 ext. 2
Website: https://fchcc.com

Media Contact: Maria Isabel Montoya, mimontoya@miaddvantage.com
FCHCC Director of Communications
Phone: (484) 868-4227

FCHCC Strategic and Large Corporate Partners are: Florida Blue, iHeart Media, CMG Cox Media Group, Norsan Media, Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), CSX, MiAddvantage, Dominion Inc., Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA), PNC Bank, UNF Coggin College of Business and Citi.

The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) was created to encourage and promote sound, ethical and successful business practices in the Hispanic community and to further the recognition of Hispanic heritage and culture through educational endeavors. The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) is committed to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large. For more information about the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, visit https://fchcc.com.

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Whitney Meyer spoke on behalf of Presenting Sponsor, Jaguars Foundation. She is Senior Vice President and Chief Community Impact Officer for the Jaguars Foundation. Tenikka Hughes was the Master of Ceremony for the luncheon. Tenikka is a three-time Emmy Award-winning evening anchor with CBS47 & FOX30 Action News Jax. Andy del Rosal was the keynote speaker. Andy serves as Bacardi’s Vice President of Product Innovation and Liquid Quality.

Other speakers were: Joshua Stewart of Aaron Group and who is FCHCC’s ATD Scholarship Selection Committee Chair and Yanira “YaYa” Cardona who stood in for Mayor Deegan who could not attend the ceremony. YaYa is the Hispanic Outreach Coordinator, City of Jacksonville / Public Affairs and Owner/Founder of YaYa Productions.

This year, FCHCC and its Community Development Fund awarded $24,500 in scholarships valued at $2,000 to 11 deserving and competent Hispanic Students of Northeast Florida and the 2024 recipients were honored. Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, one of the Gold Sponsors, donated laptop computers to all the ATD recipients.

Congratulations goes to our ATD Class of 2024!

More photos are on our Flickr photo gallery, click here!

About the ATD Scholarship Program: FCHCC’s ATD Scholarship program was designed to assist Hispanic students continue their educational endeavors. The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) has supported the education of Hispanics for many years with over half a million dollars in scholarships that have been awarded. Furthermore, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in Jacksonville (FCHCC), is proud to have impacted the lives of more than two hundred fifty (250) earnest and qualified scholarship recipients during its 30+ years of existence.

The ATD Scholarship program not only enables students who have worked hard and achieved academic excellence to start or continue their education, it gives them the opportunity to become future successful entrepreneurs.

Thank you to all our sponsors:

• Presenting sponsor: Jaguars Foundation
• Gold sponsors: VyStar Credit Union and Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
• Scholarship sponsors: Arlington Toyota, Fisher Tousey Attorneys at Law, Alive Credit Union, Deutsche Bank, Decons Energy, Florida Blue, VyStar Credit Union, University of North Florida, Jimenez-Bellisario Family Trust and Clark Vargas Scholarship.
• In-Kind sponsors: DEX Imaging, MiAddVantage, Shonky Studio and Sherrie Imaging

Thank you to our Strategic and Large Corporate Partners: Florida Blue, iHeart Media, CMG Cox Media Group, Southeastern Grocers, Prospera USA, Norsan Media, Sherwin-Williams, VyStar Credit Union, Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), Adams Homes, CSX , MiAddvantage, Dominion Inc., Jacksonville Electric Authority, PNC Bank, UNF Coggin College of Business and Citi.

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WHAT: FCHCC’s ATD Scholarship program was designed to assist Hispanic students continue their educational endeavors. This year, FCHCC and its Community Development Fund plans to award $24,500 in scholarships valued at $2,000 to each deserving and competent Hispanic Students of Northeast Florida and the 2024 recipients will be honored. The Jaguars Foundation is the Presenting Sponsor. Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, one of the Gold Sponsors, will be donating laptop computers to all the ATD recipients.

Tenikka Hughes will be the Master of Ceremony for the luncheon. Tenikka is a three-time Emmy Award-winning evening anchor with CBS47 & FOX30 Action News Jax. Andy del Rosal will be the keynote speaker. Andy serves as Bacardi’s Vice President of Product Innovation and Liquid Quality.

About the ATD Scholarship Program: The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) has supported the education of Hispanics for many years with over half a million dollars in scholarships that have been awarded. Furthermore, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in Jacksonville (FCHCC), is proud to have impacted the lives of more than two hundred fifty (250) earnest and qualified scholarship recipients during its 30+ years of existence.

The ATD Scholarship program not only enables students who have worked hard and achieved academic excellence to start or continue their education, it gives them the opportunity to become future successful entrepreneurs.

WHEN: May 30, 2024
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

COST: $80 Single Tickets – FCHCC Members
$100 Single Tickets – Non-members

Find more information about tickets and sponsorship by clicking here.

WHERE: Florida Blue
4800 Deerwood Campus Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32246

Sponsors: Thank you to our sponsors below:
Gold sponsors: VyStar Credit Union and Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
Scholarship sponsors: Arlington Toyota, Fisher Tousey Attorneys at Law, Alive Credit Union, Deutsche Bank, Decons Energy, Florida Blue, VyStar Credit Union, University of North Florida, Jimenez-Bellisario Family Trust and Clark Vargas Scholarship.
In-Kind sponsors: DEX Imaging, MiAddVantage, Shonky Studio and Sherrie Imaging

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Mission of the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC): to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.

Media Contact: Chief of Staff, chiefofstaff@fchcc.com
Phone: (904) 346-1118 ext. 3
Website: https://fchcc.com

FCHCC Strategic and Large Corporate Partners are: Florida Blue, iHeart Media, CMG Cox Media Group, Southeastern Grocers, Prospera USA, Norsan Media, Sherwin-Williams, VyStar Credit Union, Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), Adams Homes, CSX , MiAddvantage, Dominion Inc., Jacksonville Electric Authority, PNC Bank, UNF Coggin College of Business and Citi.

The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) was created to encourage and promote sound, ethical and successful business practices in the Hispanic community and to further the recognition of Hispanic heritage and culture through educational endeavors. The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) is committed to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large. For more information about the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, visit https://fchcc.com.

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The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) is proud of their impact on the lives of more than one hundred scholarship recipients for their signature program, Achieving the Dream Scholarship, for over 30 years. Applicants undergo a rigorous process handled by a committee of community leaders determined to award 10 scholarships (valued at $2,000 each) to outstanding qualified Hispanic students of Northeast Florida. This year, the FCHCC is proud to announce awarding 10 Students with the ATD Scholarship.

These students were recognized for their achievements at the Hispanic Heritage Gala and Achieving the Dream Scholarship Awards presented by VyStar Credit Union on Friday, October 13, 2023. The gala will take place from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Jacksonville, FL 32202.

The scholarship program enables students who work hard and achieve academic excellence to start or continue their education. The FCHCC Community Development Fund awards these scholarships based on primary criteria of financial need (30%) and academics (minimum GPA 3.0) (25%). The remaining points are assessed based on a finalist interview, letters of recommendation, video, essays, extracurricular activities, community involvement and honors/awards.

FCHCC congratulates an impressive group of 2023 Achieving the Dream Scholarship recipients.

The Sponsors for the Gala and ATD Awards are as follows:

• Presenting Sponsor: VyStar Credit Union
• Gold Sponsors: CBS 47/Fox30/Action News Jax, Telemundo Jacksonville and Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
• Silver Sponsor: Wells Fargo and Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA)
• Bronze Sponsors: PQH Group and Arlington Toyota
• In-Kind Sponsors: Chicbooth, MiAddvantage and DEX Imaging
• Scholarship Donors: Alive Credit Union, Deutsche Bank, VyStar Credit Union, Florida Blue, University of North Florida (UNF), Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation, Decons Energy, 904 Happy Hour, Jimenez-Bellasario Family Trust (in honor of Clark Vargas)
• Table Sponsors: Fisher Tousey Attorneys at Law, Baptist Health and EMED Multispecialty Group
• Gala Sponsors: YMCA of Florida’s First Coast and Tropic Mechanical Contractors

FCHCC thanks all our Sponsors, Corporate Partners and the Gala Planning and Selections Committee Members for all their hard work in making this event once again successful.

The Mission of the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC): to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.

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Media Contact: Chief of Staff, chiefofstaff@fchcc.com
Phone: (904) 346-1118 ext. 3
Website: https://fchcc.com

FCHCC Strategic and Large Corporate Partners are: Florida Blue, iHeart Media, CMG Cox Media Group, Southeastern Grocers, Prospera USA, Norsan Media, Sherwin-Williams, VyStar Credit Union, Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) and MiAddvantage.

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In 2022, FCHCC awarded 10 scholarships to admirable Hispanic students at the annual Hispanic Heritage Gala and ATD Awards on October 20, 2022, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and the Achieving the Dream scholarships award recipients. The 2023 ATD application can be completed by clicking here:

The 2023 Achieving the Dream Scholarships awards will be distributed at the Annual Hispanic Heritage Gala to be held in the Fall. More information about the ATD Scholarship Program can be found here.

The scholarship program awards students who work hard and achieve academic excellence to start or continue their education. FCHCC Community Development Fund awards these scholarships based on primary criteria and academics (minimum GPA 20%). The remaining points are assessed based on a finalist interview, letters of recommendation, essays, extracurricular activities, community involvement and honors/awards. 

Contributions to the 2023 scholarship fund can also be made online here. Thank you to the Scholarship sponsors from 2022: Alive Credit Union, Achieving the Dream Scholarship Committee, Crowley Maritime, Florida Blue,  Florida State College at Jacksonville, The Jacksonville Jaguars Community Foundation, Jimenez-Bellisario Family Trust, Jimenez Law Firm, Mambo’s Cuban Café, Monica Hernandez, Southeastern Grocers, University of North Florida and VyStar Credit Union.

Follow @fchccflorida and hashtag #fchcc2023atd on Twitter for the latest updates on the Achieving the Dream Scholarship. FCHCC Strategic and Corporate Partners are: Florida Blue, iHeart Media, Southeastern Grocers, CMG, Prospera USA, Norsan Media, Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA), The Sherwin-Williams Company, VyStar Credit Union and MiAddvantage.

Media Contact: FCHCC Board of Directors
E-mail: fchcc@fchcc.com
Phone: (904) 346-1118 ext. 3

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About the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) was created to encourage and promote sound, ethical and successful business practices in the Hispanic community and to further the recognition of Hispanic heritage and culture through educational endeavors. The mission of the FCHCC is to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.

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Joshua Stewart has always been a strong supporter of the FCHCC and donated the proceeds to the ATD Scholarship program. The event took place at Mambo’s Cuban Café, Hermanos Pineda was the entertainer.

The ATD Scholarship Program has been a very important initiative of the chamber for many years. FCHCC, along with our donors, awards promising Hispanic students scholarships to continue their education. In 2021, we awarded 12 scholarships and the winners were announced and recognized at the Hispanic Heritage Gala & ATD Awards on October 28, 2021 at the River Club.

The 2022 ATD Scholarship Application is now open and the deadline to apply is May 15, 2022. Click here to learn more!

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These students were recognized for their achievements at the Hispanic Heritage Gala and Achieving the Dream Scholarship Awards presented by the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday, October 28^th. The gala took place from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM at The River Club, Jacksonville, FL 32202.

The scholarship program enables students who work hard and achieve academic excellence to start or continue their education. The FCHCC Community Development Fund awards these scholarships based on primary criteria of financial need (30%) and academics (minimum GPA 3.0) (25%). The remaining points are assessed based on a finalist interview, letters of recommendation, video, essays, extracurricular activities, community involvement and honors/awards. FCHCC congratulates an impressive group of 2021 Achieving the Dream Scholarship recipients.

1. Daniella Valderrama, Jacksonville University; Major: Biology
2. Erynn Norez, School of the Art Institute Chicago; Major: Fine Arts
3. Gretchen Garcia-Cintra, Florida State College at Jacksonville; Major: Nursing
4. Jeilymar Morales, Jacksonville University; Major: Theater
5. Magyanis Ruiz, Villanova University; Major: Public Administration
6. Marangely Quinones, Florida State College at Jacksonville; Major: Biomedical Science
7. Marko Carrion, Florida State College at Jacksonville; Major: Biomedical Science
8. Mya Lynn Cruz, University of North Florida; Major: Exercise Science
9. Nathanael Hernandez-Carias, University of Central Florida; Major: Criminal Justice
10. Nicole Palma, University of Florida; Major: Biomedical Science / Pre-Dentistry
11. Sofia Alvarez, University of North Florida; Major: Nursing
12. Tomas Yepez, University of Central Florida; Major: Engineering

The Sponsors for the Gala and ATD Awards are as follows:

Presenting Sponsor: The Jacksonville Jaguars

Gold Sponsor: VyStar Credit Union

Silver Sponsors: Deustche Bank and Arlington Toyota

Bronze Sponsors: Emed Multispecialty Group, PQH Group, YMCA Florida’s First Coast and Entercircle, Summit

Gala Sponsors: Veronica Garcia Brown CPA, Lucia Fernandez, PLLC and Prospera USA

In-Kind Sponsors: Chicbooth, Mocha Misk’i Brownie Shop, Jax Natural Healing, MiAddvantage, Arlene de Vidal Photography, Jacksonville Women’s Business Center, SOHO Network Solutions, Tu Canal Musical, Aquafit Wellness & Aesthetics, TR Media LLC and Vibe Multimedia.

Scholarship Donors were: AT&T Services Inc., Florida, Alive Credit Union, Leon Carrero, Deutsche Bank, Diana Donovan & Angela Merritt, Diverse Legal Solutions, Florida Blue, The Jacksonville Jaguars, Jimenez-Bellisario Family Trust, Publix Supermarkets, Roden Law, University of North Florida, VyStar Credit Union,  Florida State College at Jacksonville and Prospect Real Estate Group, LLC.

FCHCC thanks all our sponsors, corporate partners, the Gala committee chair, Angela Merritt, and gala committee members for all their hard work in making this event once again successful.

Florida Blue, iHeart Media, Norsan Media, Buenas Nuevas Network, Prosperity Home Mortgage, MiAddvantage, Que Tal Magazine, VyStar Credit Union and Prospera USA are Corporate Partners of the FCHCC.

Follow @fchccflorida and hashtag #fchcc2021atdgala about the Hispanic Heritage Gala and Achieving the Dream Scholarship Awards. 

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About the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) was created to encourage and promote sound, ethical and successful business practices in the Hispanic community and to further the recognition of Hispanic heritage and culture through educational endeavors. The mission of the FCHCC is to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.

Media Contact: FCHCC Board of Directors
E-mail: fchcc@fchcc.com
Phone: (904) 346-1118 ext. 3

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iHeartMedia Tampa and Jacksonville announced today that iHeartMedia Orlando’s Acción 97.9 – La Primera En Noticias will simulcast in both markets, effective immediately. The station can now also be heard on Tampa’s 1250 AM, 105.9 FM and 100.7 HD2 and Jacksonville’s 930 AM, 97.3 FM and 97.9 HD2.

Acción first launched in 2018. The station, which made its debut in Orlando, features “Marcano en Vivo” with Hector Marcano, “Acción en la Mañana with Luis Davila Colon and Jesus Manuel Torres” as well as a team of talented newscasters including Sandra Carrasquillo and Rafael Carderera. In addition, Acción features a variety of well-known on-air personalities such as Peter Vivaldi, Wanda Hernandez, Dania Alexandrino, Xavier Villacísm, Diana Raquel and Mariano Gonzalez Solis.

“Acción represents a solution for the Hispanic audience eager for a Spanish speaking newscast and companies that are looking for this fast-growing audience interested in developing a life in the USA,” said Hector Marcano, Senior Vice-President of Hispanic Strategy for iHeartMedia.

“For the past few years, we have worked as a team to keep our Hispanic community informed of the events that have changed history,” said Jesús Manuel Torres, News Director for Acción – La Primera En Noticias. “This time, our commitment continues to grow, and our team is ready to continue bringing relevant information and analysis to each market.”

“I’m excited to expand the Acción brand to other important Hispanic markets in the state of Florida,” said Linda Byrd, Division President for iHeartMedia. “Getting the news and information to Florida’s growing Hispanic population in their native language will be very impactful.”

“We are very excited to deliver a first of its kind Spanish language news platform to the Tampa Bay Hispanic community on 1250 AM, 105.9 FM and 100.7 HD2,” said Chris Soechtig, Area President for iHeartMedia West Central Florida. “With the changing demographics in our area, this is natural addition to our diverse portfolio and an excellent complement to our Spanish Hits format, Rumba 106.5.”

“We are so thrilled to be launching the first full-service Hispanic news talk radio station to Northeast Florida,” said Paul Rogers, Area President for iHeartMedia North Florida. “With the recent launch of the Black Information Network on 104.1FM and Acción on 970 AM, 97.3 FM and also on 97.9 HD2, no other media company can truly help our advertisers, brands and community organizations reach the full spectrum of the First Coast’s diverse populations like iHeart can.”

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About iHeart Media
iHeart Communications, Inc. was founded in San Antonio, TX under the name Clear Channel Communications, Inc. with the purchase of a single radio station in 1972. After decades of growing media assets globally, the company has become one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies, operating as iHeartMedia, Inc. iHeartMedia, Inc. consists of two main media businesses: Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings (NYSE: CCO) and the wholly owned iHeartMedia. Between these divisions, the company focuses on providing a spectrum of multi-platform advertising and marketing opportunities for partners and world-class entertainment for listeners and users.

Across the board, iHeartMedia, Inc. continues to focus on developing innovative and dynamic campaigns for advertisers. Clear Channel Outdoor operates close to one million displays in 45 countries across five continents, and continues to expand upon traditional billboard advertising by packaging unique combinations of displays in airports, rails, malls and more worldwide. The company’s focus on investing in new technologies has led to the growth of its digital footprint. These digital products help to create the ultimate advertising platform for out-of-the-box campaigns, featuring countdowns, video, time-sensitive updates and social media integration. Its iHeartMedia division has the largest reach of any radio or television outlet in America with 245 million monthly listeners. It serves 150 markets through 850 owned radio stations in the U.S.

The company’s operations also include, online and mobile services, including iHeartRadio – the free all-in-one, industry-leading digital radio service; live concerts and events such as the iHeartRadio Music Festival; program syndication; real-time traffic services; music research services; and independent media representation. With the advent of new properties, platforms and opportunities, iHeartMedia, Inc. looks forward to continuing along the path towards a creative, dynamic and innovative future.

Media Contact: Jorge Lopez
Vice President of Sales
E-mail: JorgeLopez3@iheartmedia.com
Phone: (904) 501-0515

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April 8, 2021 – JACKSONVILLE, FL  – The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce extends its most sincere appreciation and gratitude to AT&T for their support in helping Hispanic students achieve their dreams of a college education by funding a $15,000 grant to be used specifically for the Achieving the Dream scholarships.

AT&T has been a supporter of education with the Chamber and is committed to supporting the Hispanic community.

Applications for the 2021 Scholarship Period opened February 1 with the awards ceremony taking place in October. The 2021 Achieving the Dream Scholarships awards will be distributed at the Annual Hispanic Heritage Gala to be held in the Fall. Applications can be completed at: fchcc.com/scholarship, and must be submitted by May 15, 2021, along with all required documents.

The scholarship program awards students who work hard and achieve academic excellence to start or continue their education. FCHCC Community Development Fund awards these scholarships based on primary criteria and academics (minimum GPA 3.0). The remaining points are assessed based on a finalist interview, letters of recommendation, essays, extracurricular activities, community involvement and honors/awards.

Contributions to the scholarship fund can also be made online. Previous years’ sponsors include: Brunet-Garcia Advertising, Florida Blue, Jacksonville Jaguars, Jimenez-Bellisario Family, Three Grains of Rice Missions, University of North Florida, Vystar Credit Union and Web.com. Follow @fchccflorida and hashtag #fchcc2021atd on Twitter for the latest updates on the Achieving the Dream Scholarship. Florida Blue, iHeart Media, Buenas Nuevas Network, Que Tal Magazine, Prosperity Home Mortgage and MiAddvantage are Strategic Partners of the FCHCC.

About Philanthropy & Social Innovation at AT&T

AT&T Inc. is committed to advancing education, strengthening communities and improving lives. Through its community initiatives, AT&T has a long history of investing in projects that create learning opportunities; promote academic and economic achievement; or address community needs. The company’s signature philanthropic initiative, AT&T Aspire, drives innovation in education to promote student success in school and beyond. With a financial commitment of $600 million since 2008, AT&T is leveraging technology, relationships and social innovation to help all students make their biggest dreams a reality.

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About the First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
The First Coast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FCHCC) was created to encourage and promote sound, ethical and successful business practices in the Hispanic community and to further the recognition of Hispanic heritage and culture through educational endeavors. The mission of the FCHCC is to positively impact the regional economy by creating value, promoting and facilitating the success of Hispanic-owned businesses and by engaging the community at large.

Media Contact: FCHCC Board of Directors
E-mail: fchcc@fchcc.com
Phone: (904) 346-1118 ext. 3

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