PHOENIX – Valle del Sol, a nonprofit organization delivering culturally competent integrated healthcare and diverse leadership development, is pleased to announce the eight honorees for the 30th annual Profiles of Success Hispanic Leadership Awards Celebration. The event will take place on Dec. 10, 2021 at the Phoenix Convention Center. 

Profiles of Success is Valle del Sol’s annual fundraising event to benefit healthcare, human services, and leadership development programs for the community. The event, sponsored by SRP and United Healthcare, brings together leaders, advocates, and community servants who strengthen our communities and state. Additionally, this year’s celebration also marks the 50th anniversary of Valle del Sol’s commitment to community health. 

“Profiles of Success helps showcase the work being done by Latino community leaders and organizations who empower our communities,” said Carmen Heredia, Valle del Sol’s CEO. “Each of these honorees represent the values of Valle del Sol and we are excited to have the opportunity to celebrate their work in expanding the meaning of Community Health.”

More information about the event, including sponsorship opportunities and ticket purchases, can be found at profiles.valledelsol.com.

The 2021 Profiles of Success Honorees are as follows:

• David Hansen, Hall of Fame Award
• Secretary Xavier Becerra, Misión de Salud Award
• January Contreras, Rosa Carrillo Torres Humanitarian Award
• Magdalena Verdugo, Orgullo Award
• Emily Costello, Espíritu y Cultura Award
• Adriana Garcia Maximiliano, Manuel Ortega Young Leader Award
• Arizona Undocumented Workers Relief Fund
• Prestamos CDFI, Corazón Award