Power On Heels Fund, Inc
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Latinas and the Wage Gap • A persistent gender-based wage gap continues to harm women, their families and the economy – and it is particularly damaging for Latinas. Latinas in the United States are typically paid just 46 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men. • Overall, women employed full time, year-round are typically paid 80 cents for every dollar paid to men employed full time, year-round. • Even in states with large populations of Latinas in the workforce, rampant wage disparities persist, with potentially devastating consequences for Latinas and their families. • In the 25 states with the largest numbers of Latinas working full time, year-round, pay for Latinas ranges from 42 to 61 cents for every dollar paid to white, non-Hispanic men. In Texas, the average pay is 46 cents for every dollar.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Latina Power Purse Program
POHF’s programs key aim of improving the social and economic empowerment of Latina professionals, business owners and students to embrace a healthier attitudes and behaviors that will enhance individual growth, optimize talents and create future leaders. Most importantly, to minimize the impact of the social issued faced daily –
PAY Gap Inequity. At POHF, views women’s empowerment through the lens of Latinas whose growth has been challenged by biases, social norms, cultural beliefs and
institutional processes. Our purpose is to provide resources and soft skills focused on helping Latinas reach their fullest potentials. We do this by creating growth strategies that assist Latinas in achieving their greatest success and to increase earnings.
• Networking Events
• Professional Development Programs
• Mentorship
• Scholarships
Where we work
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Goals & Strategy
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Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
Power On Heels Fund, inc. is focused on advancement of Latinas and we desire to advocate the need to minimize the impact of gender pay gap inequity Latinas and their families face daily. Through our specialized programs, mentorship and scholarships, Power On Heels Fund, Inc. is able to accelerate their professional growth, increase earning potential and cultivate future.
POWER On Heels Fund, Inc. desires to enable greater success for Latinas – A critical engine in America's economic growth. By assisting Latinas in becoming aware and to tackle the growing burden of pay gap inequity and focus their efforts on the developing the skills and confidence needed to excel in their field and business. Most importantly, guiding them through processes on how to eliminate the pressures of financing their education, professional, and personal growth.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
POHF has been focused on four key areas:
1. Executive Board has set a strict schedule to meet and communicate and collaborate within our community. This is most helpful to keep key initiatives, mission and activities in the forefront. Our Executive Board members are committed to our mission, future planning and needed funding. They are in constant contact with funders and to secure advocates.
2. Advisory Board and committees meet monthly to discuss execution and volunteer contributions. We have been extremely successful in securing supporters and volunteers.
3. Members and participants have been surveyed to better understand the impact Gender Pay Gap has had on them. Using this information to create case studies, bring those stories into the program content. This feedback creates a stronger connection and their involvement.
4.Securing Sponsors and Partners wt mission for developing future Latina leaders and building financial competency is key
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Each of our board members are all seasoned and proven leaders in various industries.
Educational programs have been designed by professional development specialists, content designs and global cultural experts.
As Board Members interviewed to ensure capabilities and expertise.
Each person was trained to conduct the training to ensure intent.
Building relatiosn with community stakeholder to build advocates and partners.
Sharing our mission and goals to gain commitment and understanding.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
Since launching Power On Heels and all our programs in Jan. 2019, the ability Power On Heels to IMPACT the lives of 1200 Latinas. Through our partnership with our communities sponsors, members, University of Houston Downtown, and the Tejano Center - Raul Yzagiurre School for Success our outreach was a success. In 10 short months, POHF executed a focused strategy to ensure we could teach, guide and inform Latinas to SHIFT and create a POWERFUL future that will impact the lives of their families and communities.
3 Professional Development Events - Latina Power Series
3 Latina Power Purse Program @ UofH
1 Latina POWER Purse Program for Girls - Tejano Center for the 2019 Senior Class. In addition to receiving our program, POHF was able to secure a donor to give the 24 participants a Chromebook to assist in the fall as they entered colleges having access to technology is a real obstacle for college freshman and impacts their overall success.
1 Conference - Community Awards and Scholarship Awards Presentation
11 Scholarship - Each Latinas was awarded $1000 - 6 professional award and 5 Students (Total $11, 000 distributed)
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Power On Heels Fund, Inc
Board of directorsas of 04/30/2020
Ivette Mayo
Power On Heels Fund, Inc.
Term: 2017 - 2025
Soledad Tanner
CFO
Imelda LaBorde
President
Mely Jimenez
Vice President
Linda Lara
Secretary
Michael Mayo
Board Member