President & CEO for El Centro Hispano

El Centro Hispano, is proud to celebrate the XV years of service of its esteemed president & CEO, Pilar Rocha-Goldberg. For fifteen years, Pilar Rocha-Goldberg, has tirelessly championed the mission of El Centro Hispano, fostering growth, advocacy, and support for Hispanic individuals and families in North Carolina. Under her visionary leadership, El Centro Hispano serves more than 220,000 people and has expanded its reach and impact to 15 counties. Pilar has also managed to increase the number of locations from one to four to serve directly the community: Durham, Carrboro, Raleigh, and the most recent addition of our administrative office at the Freedman Center in Durham.

El Centro Hispano celebrated Pilar with a traditional “quinceañera” fundraising ceremony. The event featured traditional elements including a waltz, and symbolic rituals, highlighting the richness of Hispanic culture and the significance of this milestone occasion.

Members of the Board of El Centro Hispano, members of the community, partners, supporters, and friends attended the fundraising event. The money raised will serve to continue the mission of El Centro Hispano, to strengthen the community, build bridges, and advocate for equity and inclusion.