2026-05-13T10:10:21-07:00 2025-06-30 202571677 CORLISS & SOLOMON PLLC 242 CHARLOTTE ST SUITE 1 ASHEVILLE NC 28801 990 2024-07-01 562678411 Centro Unido Latino Americano CENT 8286520727 79 Academy St Marion NC 28752 Angelica Wind Board President 8286520727 2026-05-08 true true Todd Oldenburg P02281691 8282360206 2026-05-13 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Angelica Wind 79 Academy St Marion NC 28752 2177877 false X https://www.culawnc.org/ X 2010 NC Centro Unido Latino Americano is a nonprofit organization serving the Latino community and other underserved populations across Western North Carolina. Dedicated to building a more inclusive and equitable region. 10 10 19 538 0 0 1647264 2085908 74653 91969 0 9 0 1721926 2177877 52297 589489 0 471075 706415 9000 0 74124 390718 481290 923090 1777194 798836 400683 2098250 2549949 75037 126053 2023213 2423896 Centro Unido offers culturally responsive programs that promote health equity, educational opportunity, workforce development, civic engagement, and access to essential resources.The organization provides bilingual mental health support, youth leadership initiatives, education opportunities for adults and children, access to food, and financial assistance to families facing urgent needs. Centro Unido also advances language justice, supports immigrant rights, and advocates for systems change to eliminate barriers and uplift the voices of historically marginalized communities. false false 1485827 589489 91969 Our team of 11 Community Health Workers provides more than 2,500 services each month through Centro Unidos holistic 360 approach, grounded in five strategic focus areas: Art & Culture, Career & Learning, Advocacy, Leadership, and Health. Through these interconnected sectors, we connect community members to essential resources while strengthening long-term wellbeing and opportunity. . Centro Unidos Health focus area expands access to healthcare, mental health services, nutrition support, and crisis response for families across our region. Following Hurricane Helene, we activated the Jireh Project, designed to provide immediate financial assistance to individuals and families facing unforeseen emergencies. . Impact Highlights -6,276 food boxes distributed through drive-thru and walk-in food pantries -1,344 free virtual therapy sessions provided with bilingual mental health professionals -$417,536 in direct financial assistance delivered to disaster-impacted households Through our Career & Learning and Leadership initiatives, Centro Unido strengthens academic achievement, workforce readiness, and community engagement opportunities. Bilingual after-school tutoring, computer literacy classes, and entrepreneurship training equip children and adults with essential skills for long-term success. Leadership programs such as Vida Activa and our Volunteer initiatives promote empowerment, wellness, and civic participation. . Impact Highlights -48 children received bilingual tutoring and 90 adults benefited from educational classes -173 participants engaged in Vida Activa events and activities -538 volunteers contributed their time and talents to support our mission Our Advocacy focus area expands access to legal navigation and language justice resources, including interpretation services, notary support, immigration attorney consultations, and assistance obtaining vital identification documents. A significant milestone this year was the approval of Marions first Language Access Plan, developed through collaboration between Centro Unido and local government partners. . Impact Highlights -421 interpretation and translation services provided -More than 400 individuals obtained identification documents -Approval of City of Marions first Language Access Plan Centro Unidos Art and Culture programs celebrate and preserve community heritage through festivals, workshops, traditional celebrations, and cultural events that foster belonging and cross-cultural understanding. Impact Highlights -More than 6,000 attendees participated in the Culturas Unidas Festival 1485827 true true false false false false false false false false true false false true true true true false false false false false false false false false false true true false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false true 25 0 19 true false false false false false false false false false false X 10 10 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true false false NC X Arwen March 8286520727 79 Academy St Marion NC 28752 Margarita Ramirez Executive Director 40.00 X 94931 0 0 Angelica Wind President 0.25 X X 0 0 0 Amanda Finn Vice-President 0.25 X X 0 0 0 Arwen March Treasurer 0.25 X X 0 0 0 Antonio Alanis Member 0.25 X 0 0 0 Adriana Chavela Member 0.25 X 0 0 0 Chip Cross Member 0.25 X 0 0 0 Billy Martin Member 0.25 X 0 0 0 Juanes Ramirez Member 0.25 X 0 0 0 Kim Effler Member 0.25 X 0 0 0 Cindy Meraz Member 0.25 X 0 0 0 94931 0 0 false false false 107386 1978522 31520 2085908 Program Service Revenue 561000 56220 0 0 Reimbursable Income 999999 35749 0 0 91969 2177877 91969 0 0 232500 232500 356989 356989 110131 81497 18722 9912 544567 404510 93382 46675 51717 38391 8856 4470 30180 0 30180 0 124467 124467 0 0 20575 18517 0 2058 20442 13528 6750 164 4741 3319 1185 237 11393 7976 2847 570 23093 22449 644 0 8585 6010 2146 429 10562 7393 2641 528 Events and Programming 89362 89362 0 0 In-Kind Utilized 31520 31520 0 0 Staff Development 20139 15104 3021 2014 Program Supplies 27332 27332 0 0 58899 4963 46869 7067 1777194 1485827 217243 74124 665305 840629 1356667 1645075 40135 16528 32192 23607 44086 40638 2098250 2549949 30951 85415 44086 40638 75037 126053 X 993824 627347 1029389 1796549 2023213 2423896 2098250 2549949 400683 X X false true X true false X 0 307174 637938 1090639 1647264 2085908 5768923 0 0 307174 637938 1090639 1647264 2085908 5768923 2346724 3422199 0 0 9 9 5768932 190035 0.59320 0.58800 X 0 0 0 Pt II Ln 10 Other Income Part II, Line 10 Description: Miscellaneous Income 2023: 9. RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 0 4185 2148 2037 35950 14380 21570 23607 Right of Use Lease Asset 40638 40638 Operating Lease Liability 40638 40638 X 2177877 2177877 2177877 1777194 1777194 1777194 Pt X, Line 2 Centro Unido Latino Americano is exempt from federal income taxes under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Under the Code, however, income from certain activities not related to the organizations tax-exempt purpose may be subject to taxation as unrelated business income. The organization had no income from unrelated business activities in 2024-2025 and was, therefore, not required to file Federal Form 990-T (Exempt Organization Business Income Tax Return). The organization believes that it has appropriate support for all tax positions taken, and as such, does not have any uncertain tax positions that are material to the financial statements. true Vecinos 19 Smoky Mountain Dr Franklin NC 28734 571192063 501c3 60625 Collaborative Grant Hola Carolina PO Box 5146 Asheville NC 28813 822943079 501c3 111250 Health Equity/Disaster Relief Unidxs 321 Jordan Rd Bryson City NC 28713 863777356 501c3 60625 Health Equity/Disaster Relief 0 Financial Assistance 309 239761 117228 FMV Hurricane relief, medical, utilites, etc X 8 18468 X 515 8319 X Wheelchair Ramp 1 209 X Thermo Fisher Fridge 1 3700 X Shopping Bags 1 824 false false false Pt VI, Line 11b The 990 is prepared by a CPA firm , reviewed by management, presented to the Board for review, proposed revisions, and final approval. Pt VI, Line 19 Governing documents are available upon request. Pt VI, Line 12c Enforced as necessary. Any Board Member with a conflict of interest on any specific issues informs the Board and abstains from voting on the issues. Pt VI, Line 15a The Board of Directors conducted research for comparability data on executive director salaries in the area based on organizations similar to Centro Unido. Additionally, a performance evaluation of the E.D. was performed by the Board of Directors. The Board Chair presented the proposal for voting and approval. Pt VI, Line 15b The Executive Director follows a similar protocol and uses the COLA policy. Pt VI, Line 18 The Form 990 is available upon request. Pt XII, Line 1 The accrual method of accounting is being used to better reflect the organizations activities.