National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) was incorporated in 1984 in California, and reincorporated in washington dc in 2017, and is dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of hispanics in the news industry. NAHJ is governed by a fourteen (14) member board of directors that consists of executive officers and regional directors who represent geographic areas of the united states and the caribbean. The national office is located in washington, dc. NAHJ's main sources of revenue consist of grants, sponsorships, and registration fees.
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc at a glance
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026.
How to apply to National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
Open Grants
7 open opportunities from National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
Al Neuharth Award for Investigative Journalism
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
NAHJ Elaine Rivera Civil Rights & Social Justice Award
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
NAHJ Maria Elena Salinas Scholarships
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 2 grants totaling $160K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Translatin Coalition Los Angeles, CA | Reclaiming Boarders Project | $85,000 |
| University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, TX | Reclaiming Boarders Project | $75,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2,653,995 | $2,168,349 | $1,446,401 | — | — | $44,130 |
| 2020 | $1,878,255 | $1,764,239 | $1,499,208 | $160,000 | 2 | $30,633 |
About National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
Based on IRS filings
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2022.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc is led by Yvette Cabrera, National President since 2022 (on filings since 2020); none of the 17 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Yvette Cabrera
National President
Vice President & Online → National President, 2022
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Pena Jr.
Executive Director
New on the 2022 filing
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cristy Fajardo
Region Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elwyn Lopez
Region Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Johnny Cordoba
Region Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Macaya
Region Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ninette Sosa
Region Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Cordero Mercado
Region Director
New on the 2022 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Arelis R. Hernandez
Vice President & Print
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Blanca Rios
National Secretary
Secretary → National Secretary, 2022
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julio Cesar Chavez
Vice President & Broadcast
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mc Nelly Torres
Vice President & Digital
National General At-Large Officer → National General At-Large, 2021
National General At-Large → Vice President & Digital, 2022
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Adriana Chavira
National Academic Officer
New on the 2022 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brenda Elizondo
Student Representative
New on the 2022 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dunia Elvir
National Spanish at Large
New on the 2022 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Luis Joel Mendez Gonzalez
National General At-Large
New on the 2022 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marilyn Garateix
National Financial Officer
New on the 2022 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Alberto Mendoza (2020–2021) — Executive Director
- Former: David Cordero (2020–2021) — Region Director
- Former: Jamie Stockwell (2020–2021) — Region Director
- Former: Jennifer A. Marcial Ocasio (2020–2021) — National Spanish at Large
- Former: Jessica Retis (2020–2021) — National Academic Officer
- Former: Jorge Flores (2020–2021) — Student Representative
- Former: Keldy Ortiz (2020–2021) — National Financial Officer
- Former: Nora Lopez (2020–2021) — National President
- Former: Valerie Mia Juarez (2020–2021) — Region Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc
What is National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc?
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Washington, DC.
Where does National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc operate?
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc has awarded grants in California, Texas.
What is National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc's EIN?
National Association of Hispanic Journalists Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-3927141. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 14, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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