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Latinos Progresando Featured in New York Times

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Latinos Progresando was recently featured in the New York Times as part of the “Neediest Cases” fund series. To read the article, click here. Latinos Progresando is a based Chicago not for profit that focuses on local issues related to immigration services and education, Latino culture, and strengthening communities. Mr. Caffarelli is proud to serve on the Board of Directors. For additional information please visit latinospro.org.

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