On Thursday, October 22, 2026, Latino Health Access gathered with supporters, partners, and community members in Santa Ana for our 33rd Anniversary Gala, The Stories that Unite Us. It was an evening honoring the stories of resilience, healing, and collective care that connect our communities and inspire our mission. Thank you to everyone who joined us, sponsored, and gave.
Since 1993, Latino Health Access has been rooted in a simple belief: health is a human right, not a privilege. Founded by Dr. América Bracho in response to serious health disparities across Orange County, LHA recognized early on that clinical care alone could not meet the needs of underserved families. Real change had to come from within the community itself. That conviction made LHA a pioneer of the Promotor de Salud, or community health worker, model in the United States. Promotores are trusted neighbors trained to educate and support the families around them, meeting people at their doorsteps, in schools, and in community spaces.
For over three decades, your support has helped us carry that work forward. Through health education, chronic disease prevention, mental health support, youth leadership, and advocacy, we partner with communities to bring health, equity, and sustainable change, including helping secure parks and safe public spaces where families can thrive. Watch the video shared at this year’s gala to learn more about who we are and the work we do toward a healthy, safe, and dignified life for every family we serve.
