Community Programs & Services

Elena Mederos: Fifteen years ago, NACAW instituted the Elena Mederos Award to recognize women leaders who have contributed to the advancement of Hispanics in the United States.

Three Kings' day Spectacular: A complementary show bestowed annually for the last twenty-one years, to the less privileged children of the community of Union City and its surroundings, in order to maintain alive the Spanish tradition of the Epiphany. A fundraising dinner if given annually to sponsor this event.

Toy Donations: NACAW's members visit annually before Easter Sunday to bring a smile and a gift to those children who need encouragement. They visit the Medical Center Hospital in Jersey City, the Saint Claire Home; a center for children with aids, and the Hope House; a center for children of unwed mothers.

Migration and Immigration Services: NACAW is authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Services to provide services such as, translations, counseling, and legal notarization.

Child Care Center: NACAW Center opened its doors in September 2002, sponsored by the Union City Board of Education through the Abbott Program (Early Childhood Education).

Educational Opportunity Center: NACAW's Educational Opportunity Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana disseminates information about post-secondary programs, scholarships, and financial aid resources. The center assists and encourages disadvantaged students to attend post-secondary school.