Superintendent Dr. LaTonya Goffney Recognized at the Latino Learning Center’s Humanitarian Awards Ceremony

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Dr. Goffney is seen at the podium accepting the Humanitarian Award from the Latino Learning Center.

The Latino Learning Center recently held its Humanitarian Awards Luncheon celebrating women CEOs. The organization presented awards to leaders from across the city. Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney was among the recipients of the Humanitarian Award.

The Latino Learning Center, Inc. (LLC) bestows the Humanitarian Awards to individuals or companies credited with outstanding work in endeavors that promote social, philanthropic, and humanitarian work.

LLC bestowed awards in eight categories and five special recognition awards. Goffney received the 2022 Humanitarian Award in the category of Philanthropic in Education.

Rodolfo Gonzalez is president and CEO of Latino Learning Center, Inc. He lauded Goffney and stated that the award “is a well-deserved acknowledgment of her contribution in ensuring that our city remains diverse and with opportunities for everyone in our communities. It also represents gratitude for your support and compassionate commitment to our community in this category.”

Also receiving an award for philanthropic in education are Dr. Kathy Banks, president of Texas A&M University, and Dr. Debra Janey, superintendent of Catholic Schools. This is the most recent award for her work in equity. Last year, Goffney received the National Champions of Equity Award From the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents.

Among the recipients of the Humanitarian Awards and Special Recognitions Awards were Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, socialite and philanthropist Carolyn Farb, U.S. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, U.S. Congresswoman Sylvia García, Senator Carol Alvarado, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, Harris County Precinct 2 Commissioner Adrian García and more representing companies, community organizations, etc.

The event, held during Hispanic Heritage Month, raised critical funds for the organization’s work to continue offering housing assistance to senior citizens and affordable classes for technical instruction, among other programs.

This year’s theme paid tribute to great women leaders, executives, CEOs, companies, and veterans for their philanthropic work, great heart, and passion for helping local and nationwide communities.

The Latino Learning Center is one of the principal Latino organizations in the Greater Houston area providing educational services to our community. The LLC is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit educational and human support services organization serving the community, emphasizing adult education and services to the elderly, veterans, and disabled.