KNOW MORE ABOUT US
The American Latino Veterans Association (ALVA) is a registered 501c3 that exists to help American Latino veterans
Thrive after their military service, access the benefits they have earned, and enhance recognition of Latino contributions to our nation’s defense since before its inception.
MISSION
To help Latino veterans thrive and recognize their indispensable contributions
VISION
A day when all Latino veterans are empowered, successful and respected
GROWING LATINO VETERAN POPULATION
- There are nearly 1.5 million Latino veterans in the U.S. today
- Latinos projected to represent a growing portion of the minority veteran population
- From 32% in 2020 (1.48M) to 36% in 2045 (1.55M)
- By 2045, Latinos will be 13% of the total veteran population
VALUES
ALVA is committed to being impactful, innovative, and responsive. In order to meet that commitment, we will:
1 Respectfully honor the service and sacrifice of our members and all Latino veterans throughout our history.
2 Engage with our key stakeholders and carefully listen to their needs and suggestions.
3 Conduct ourselves with integrity and ethics in all we do.
4 Celebrate the diversity of our community and embrace all perspectives.
Goals (and measures of progress)
SPECIFIC, MEASURABLE, ACHIEVABLE, RELEVANT, AND TIME-BOUND
SHORT TERM
Create and launch website with membership capability and content
Launch video series on Latino Veteran stories within three months of launch, then at least quarterly
Compile and offer at least three entrepreneurship resources within first six months of launch
Build a strong advisory board of at least six respected individuals within three months of launch
Build a base of 1,000 Latino Veteran members within the first year after launch
Compile and offer at least six workforce development and/or placement resources within first six months of launch
Compile and offer at least ten benefits resources within first six months of launch
LONG TERM
Longitudinal tracking of veteran job training and/or placement
Establish annual awards event
Double content
Longitudinal tracking of veteran business launch and growth
Grow to at least 3,000 Latino Veteran members
Establish national presence by partnering with other Latino and Veteran focused organizations
