Los Barrios de Amarillo is excited to invite you to our Annual Hispanic Heritage Luncheon, where we will celebrate Hispanic heritage, recognize community leadership, and support the educational dreams of students across the Panhandle.
This special event will take place on Wednesday, October 21st, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at the Amarillo Civic Center Grand Plaza Room. The luncheon will benefit Los Barrios de Amarillo, with 100% of the proceeds supporting the Los Barrios de Amarillo Scholarship Fund. These scholarships help promote higher education and career readiness for students throughout the Panhandle.
As part of this annual tradition, we invite you to nominate an outstanding individual or organization in our community for one of our Hispanic Heritage Luncheon awards:
· Business Community Service
· Hispanic Man of the Year
· Hispanic Woman of the Year
· Young Rising Star
· Lifetime Heart of the Barrio
Help us recognize those who have demonstrated leadership, service, dedication, and a commitment to making a positive impact in our community. To submit a nomination, please scan the QR code provided.
Your support allows us to continue empowering future leaders through scholarships and resources that help open the door to higher education and meaningful career opportunities. Whether you are attending as an individual or representing a business, your participation helps make a meaningful difference in our community.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Amarillo Civic Center Grand Plaza Room
Sponsorship Price: Table of 8 – $450 | Individual Tickets – $55.00
Join us for an afternoon filled with delicious food, live entertainment, inspiring stories, and an opportunity to recognize the community leaders and supporters who help make a difference. Together, we can celebrate Hispanic Heritage while investing in the future of local students.
We look forward to seeing you there! For ticket/table purchases click here or for information and sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at
806-372-7960 or Kimberly@wesleycc.com
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