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Engaging in Civic Leadership Across Ohio

April 16, 2026

From the classroom to the Statehouse, Esperanza continues to create opportunities that support student success and community connection. Take a look at what’s happening across our programs and partnerships. Sign-Up […]...

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Celebrating Victor Ruiz at Cavaliers’ Unidos por Cleveland Night

February 26, 2025

We are thrilled to share a special moment from the Cleveland Cavaliers’ Unidos por Cleveland night, where our former President & CEO, Victor Ruiz...


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Celebrating 15 Years of Transformative Leadership: Honoring Victor Ruiz

Celebrating 15 Years of Transformative Leadership: City Club Honors Victor Ruiz

January 23, 2025

For over 15 years, Victor Ruiz has been at the helm of Esperanza, Inc., guiding the organization with unparalleled dedication and vision. On Friday January 10th...


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Esperanza Fiesta of Hope September 6th, 2024

Join Us for our Annual Fiesta of Hope!

September 4, 2024

Celebrate the Achievements and Academic Advancements of our Future Leaders at Esperanza, Inc.’s 𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀 𝐎𝐅 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄! Immers...


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Esperanza’s Annual Back-to-School Celebration!

July 23, 2024

Summer is winding down, and the exciting rhythm of the school year is about to begin! It’s that time again for students to trade in swimsuits for backpacks, a...


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Victor Ruiz Transition Letter

President/CEO Transition: A Message from Victor Ruiz

June 4, 2024

Dear Friends, It has been an honor for nearly 15 years to serve as Esperanza’s leader guiding our organization through a time of monumental growth. I am proud...


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Zulayka Ruiz, Esperanza’s Director of Programs, receives the “Jif Diff Maker” award.

April 18, 2024

Zulayka Ruiz, Director of Programs at Esperanza, Inc., was named Jif Diff Maker of the Game on Friday March 29th, 2024 at the “Noche Latina” (Latin Night) C...


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Spring 2024 Courses Available

Spring Classes Available!

March 14, 2024

Esperanza is excited to announce some classes we are holding for the Spring session of 2024.  Enjoy these educational trainings in your own neighborhood, o...


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AT&T Connected Learning Center in Cleveland is now Open!

AT&T Connected Hispanic/Latino Access Center!

January 13, 2024

We at Esperanza Inc, a Cleveland based Spanish non profit organization specializing in helping Spanish and Latino students in Northeast Ohio succeed, welcome yo...


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Esperanza’s Victor Ruiz Featured on Cleveland.com

October 20, 2023

On October 09, 2023, Esperanza Inc. was once again featured on Cleveland.com, your one stop news source for Northeast Ohio, in a written spotlight for Hispanic ...


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Greater Cleveland Partnership

Greater Cleveland Partnership

October 23, 2022

“We are not a workforce development program, we are in career-force development, we invest in students’ long term,” says Samara McCullough, Esperanza Dire...


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Esperanza Inc Featured on WKYC.com

October 20, 2022

The organization’s name means “hope,” but Esperanza Inc. was recognized nationally for doing more than just inspiring a dream. Read more about...


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Latin Stories Podcast

Latin Stories Podcast | Interview with Victor Ruiz

October 20, 2022

In this episode, Victor Ruiz talks to us about the work of Esperanza, Inc., an organization that supports Latino/a youth and their families in their pursuit for...


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