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Discover how you can support our cause, from volunteering your time to making a difference through donations – every action you take helps us build Strong Families, Strong Communities.

Donate to HACAN

Contribute directly to HACAN's overarching mission. Your donations are pivotal in sustaining our wide array of programs that uplift families of all backgrounds. From educational workshops to vital community advocacy, your support enables us to continue strengthening family bonds and fostering inclusive growth across communities.

You can also send a donation to our physical address at: 

6131 Willston Drive, Room 8, Falls Church, VA 22044

If you have a non-cash contribution for HACAN, please email us at hacan.info@gmail.com to coordinate its delivery.

Complete this form to make your donation.

Thank you for your tax-deductible donation. You are helping HACAN's mission in a meaningful way. Strong Families, Strong Communities!

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Become a Padrino

Make a targeted impact with your donation to our 'Los Padrinos' program. With a minimum tax-deductible gift of $250, you ensure the success of our Morning Star program, providing the necessary resources for engaging in STEAM activities and nutritious snacks for 60 children every Saturday. Your contribution to Los Padrinos is more than a donation—it's a commitment to our children's future and our community's vitality.

Complete this form to make your donation.

Thank you for your tax-deductible donation. You are helping HACAN's mission in a meaningful way. Strong Families, Strong Communities!

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Volunteer

There are numerous ways for you to get involved. Whether mentoring or tutoring children, organizing events, contributing to administrative tasks, speaking at engagements, or amplifying our mission on social media, your time and talents can make a significant difference. We welcome you to be a part of our impactful journey.

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Volunteer Tutoring Opportunities

Volunteer Tutoring

Volunteer tutors are vital in shaping future leaders, and your willingness to contribute is highly valued. Here are some available tutoring opportunities.

Events

Upcoming Events

Our History

Our Founder, Carmen Fernandez
December 26, 1932 - September 17, 2021

Our founder, Carmen, has been a lifelong advocate for the underprivileged. Her journey began in her youth, ministering to impoverished families in La Lisa, a small rural town, and deepened during a faith-affirming mission trip to Mexico. After studying social work at the University of Havana, Carmen immigrated to the United States in 1960. She continued her education at George Mason University, balancing academics with family life alongside her husband, Jorge. Her passion for social work led her to obtain a Master’s degree from The Catholic University of America, culminating in a rewarding 25-year career with Arlington County’s Child Protective Services.

Here, Carmen recognized the unique challenges Spanish-speaking immigrants face in child protective services and the broader struggles of parenting in a new cultural landscape. In 1985, this insight and commitment to service inspired her to establish Hispanics Against Child Abuse and Neglect (HACAN). Her vision was clear: to fortify families, empower youth, and prevent child abuse through culturally aware education and advocacy. Under her leadership, HACAN has become a beacon of hope and support in the community.

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ABOUT US & CONTACT

HACAN, advocating for diverse families since 1985, focuses on child safety and family empowerment in Northern Virginia. Join us in building Strong Families and Strong Communities.

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REGISTERED CHARITY:

Combined Federal Campaign # 48301

United Way # 8719

HACAN is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization

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