League of United Latin American Citizens
About League of United Latin American Citizens
Founded in 1929, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) has established itself as the oldest and most widely respected Hispanic civil rights organization in the United States, with its national headquarters located in Washington, DC. For nearly a century, LULAC has been driven by its founding principle of "All for One and One for All," mobilizing a volunteer-based membership to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, housing, health, and civil rights of Hispanic Americans. The organization's deep commitment to community empowerment has made it the nation's largest Hispanic organization, serving all Hispanic nationality groups through culturally responsive, locally-driven initiatives.
Based in Washington, DC, LULAC's national leadership coordinates a grassroots movement spanning hundreds of communities where local LULAC councils directly serve Hispanic families and individuals. The organization understands that quality education is a right, not a privilege, and stands firmly against policies that deny educational access to any community, including immigrant children. LULAC's holistic approach recognizes that advancing Hispanic communities requires simultaneous progress across multiple fronts: ensuring access to quality schools, creating pathways to economic opportunity, protecting voting rights, advancing immigration reform, and safeguarding civil rights. With over 325,000 members and supporters throughout the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC represents a powerful voice for Hispanic communities at every level—from neighborhood councils to the national stage. The organization's 95-year legacy demonstrates that sustained, organized community action, rooted in shared values and mutual support, can transform the lives of Hispanic Americans and build stronger, more equitable communities across the nation.