Latino Cultural Organizations in Oregon

Founded in 2008 by Dr. Erlinda Gonzalez-Berry, Casa Latinos Unidos emerged from a deep commitment to strengthen the Latinx community of Corvallis, Oregon and the surrounding Benton and Linn County regions. As a community-based, culturally-specific organization, Casa Latinos Unidos was built by first and second generation immigrants who understand firsthand the experiences, struggles, and aspirations of families immigrating from Latin American countries. The organization's mission—Building Our Community Together—reflects its philosophy of strengthening individuals, families, and communities through collaborative action and shared leadership. What distinguishes Casa Latinos Unidos is its unique position as the only organization in both Benton and Linn Counties that combines community-based operations with cultural specificity, ensuring that services and programs authentically reflect the values, traditions, and needs of the Latinx population. The organization operates from a place of deep identification with the immigrant experience, recognizing both the challenges families face in connecting to resources and institutions, and the powerful contributions they make to local society. Casa Latinos Unidos maintains offices in Corvallis and Lebanon, serving as a trusted resource and gathering place for community members seeking support, education, cultural celebration, and opportunities for civic participation. Through programs like Youth en Acción, ENLACES Community Health Worker initiatives, and cultural celebrations, Casa Latinos Unidos creates spaces where the Latinx community can thrive, develop leadership skills, and build a healthier, more resilient future together.

Centro Cultural represents a heartfelt commitment to Latino communities in Cornelius, OR, operating as a welcoming home where cultural pride and personal empowerment intersect. Founded on principles of equity and belonging, this Cornelius-based organization views the Washington County community as familia—approaching their work with the deep responsibility that comes from genuine connection and investment in neighbors' success. The team at Centro Cultural understands that true community support means going beyond survival to create conditions where everyone can genuinely thrive and belong. Rather than imposing one-size-fits-all solutions, Centro Cultural's programs and services continuously evolve in direct response to what the community actually needs, reflecting the organization's listening-centered approach to community partnership. What distinguishes Centro Cultural is the authentic relationships its team has built throughout Washington County, combined with an unwavering focus on removing obstacles that prevent people from accessing health resources, building economic stability, and experiencing genuine belonging. This is more than an organization—it's a cultural anchor and trusted partner dedicated to building an equitable community where diversity is celebrated and every person has real opportunity to flourish.