The Hispanic Development Corporation (HDC) was first organized in 1984-1986 by Leonard Ramirez along with other co-founders.
The HDC was formed for the purposes of becoming a vehicle through which the Hispanic community can unite to advance, access, consolidate and influence the resources that will provide for its development and enrichment.
It has always encouraged the development and advancement of its members through the areas of economic, education, leadership, and health, philanthropic and corporate participation along with volunteerism, and involvement in charitable and civic organizations.
Cultural awareness and opportunities for recognizing individuals that exemplify the purpose of HDC are provided through the Annual Portraits of Success Recognition Luncheon held during Hispanic Heritage Month in September. We are celebrating our 24th anniversary this year, and to date approximately one hundred ten individuals have been recipients of this exemplary award.
The Hispanic Youth Leadership Conference also provides the opportunity for high school students to meet the annual recipients being honored along with professional mentors that continue to encourage higher education and the trades. During the last sixteen years, approximately three thousand students have participated and many have returned as mentors and/or volunteers.
