Some of Houston’s finest recognized during Hispanic Heritage Month

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Comcast recently honored 11 community volunteers at the third-annual Comcast Hispanic Hero Awards gala. The honorees were recognized for their commitment to making a difference in the community through volunteerism, mentorship, advocacy and civic engagement.

In addition to being recognized, each honoree will be featured in a 30-second Public Service Announcement that will air on Comcast. The company will also donate $1,000 to the nonprofit organization of the honoree’s choice.

2018 Hispanic Hero Award Honorees and Nominating Organizations

Andrew Cantu             Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

Armando Perez            United Way of Greater Houston

Bel Sanchez                Brazoria County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Irma Galvan                Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans

Janiece Longoria          Port Houston

Jose Adrian Gonzalez    UTHealth School of Dentistry

Karla Perez                  BakerRipley

Mario Salinas               Safe Walk Home Northside

Martin Chavez              Houston East End Chamber of Commerce

Adriana Gonzalez         Camara de Empresarios Latinos de Houston

Mesias Pedroza             Avenue

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