11/13/2025
CICD Puerto Rican Parade, Inc. Hartford Chapter Announces 2025 Maria C. Sanchez Awards Banquet Honorees!
The Connecticut Institute for Community Development (CICD) is proud to announce this year's esteemed honorees for the Maria C. Sanchez Awards Banquet:
● LEADERSHIP: Pedro Segarra
● EDUCATION: Dr. Madeline Negron
● YOUTH SERVICES: COBA Charter Oak Boxing Academy
● COMMUNITY SERVICES: Nilda Morales
● ARTS & CULTURE: Rey Bermudez
● PRESIDENT’S AWARD: Iris Sanchez
This year's MC is Oscar Arango, with keynote speaker Kel Perez, a talented Puerto Rican comedian who will discuss the significance of Maria C. Sanchez and the Puerto Rican diaspora, along with music by DJ Carlos D J Asere.
For over 25 years, CICD has celebrated outstanding individuals for their leadership, commitment to education, and dedication to preserving Puerto Rican arts and culture.
Tickets are available now at https://www.hartfordprparade.com/en/events/mcs-banquet/register
Don't miss this opportunity to support our community and honor our heroes.
