El Centro de la Raza

🚨 Big news for South King County 🚨

A powerful new partnership between Comcast and El Centro de la Raza is creating more access, opportunity, and connection for families in Federal Way.

Together, we’ve launched a new Lift Zone — a community space designed to support students, families, entrepreneurs, and job seekers with the tools they need to thrive in today’s digital world.

With a $350,000 investment, this new hub offers:

✨ Free high-speed WiFi
✨ Digital Navigators for 1:1 tech support
✨ Public workstations + community resources
✨ Tech-enabled spaces for youth and families
✨ Hybrid workshops for digital skills, workforce development, and small business growth

The launch brought together community leaders including Mayor Jim Ferrell of the City of Federal Way, Consulado de México en Seattle, Victor Hugo Lopez Ortego, Estela Ortega of El Centro de la Raza, Carl Gipson of Comcast, and Victor Cerdaneta of El Centro de la Raza’s Business Opportunity Center— all united around a shared commitment to digital equity and opportunity for South King County families.

This is what’s possible when community, corporate, and civic partners come together with purpose. 💻🌎

On May 5, 2026 — Teacher Appreciation Day — we came together across our José Martí Child Development Centers to honor the educators who show up every day with care, intention, and deep commitment to our children and community.

At El Centro de la Raza, this moment of recognition is grounded in our values—social justice, education, and building the Beloved Community. Our teachers are more than educators; they are advocates, mentors, and culture bearers shaping the next generation with dignity and respect.

Throughout National Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4–8), gratitude showed up in many ways—from heartfelt notes to acts of classroom support and community recognition—each one a reflection of the impact our educators make every single day.

Join us in celebrating and uplifting our teachers.

⚽🎉 FIFA World Cup Festival & Watch Party at El Centro de la Raza 🎉⚽

Join us for a day of culture, fútbol, and family fun in the heart of Beacon Hill.

Bring the kids. Bring the whole family. This is your World Cup celebration.

📅 June 27, 2026 | 12–5 PM
📍 Plaza Roberto Maestas, 1660 S. Roberto Maestas Festival Street, Seattle, WA 98144
🎟️ FREE admission

✨ What to expect:
▪️Live World Cup matches on the big screen
▪️Music and cultural performances
▪️Youth activities
▪️Food vendors
▪️Pop-up mercado

📺 Game Times:
2:00 PM – Panama vs. England
4:30 PM – Colombia vs. Portugal

🔥 Celebrate culture, community, and the World Cup—together. This event is supported by the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture ()