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About Us

CPRI is a nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization incorporated in the Commonwealth of Virginia and registered in Puerto Rico. We support charitable, educational, cultural, and civic initiatives that benefit Puerto Rican communities in the DMV area and promote sustainable aid for communities at risk in Puerto Rico.

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As a registered nonprofit, CPRI files IRS Form 990 annually, providing transparency into our financials and operations. These forms, along with our tax-exempt application (Form 1023), are publicly available upon request by emailing: info@circulodepr.org.

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Mission 

To empower Hispanic communities in the DMV area (District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and Puerto Rico) through charitable and educational initiatives, while promoting partnership and integrity. We also aim to provide sustainable aid to weather-impacted communities in the DMV and Puerto Rico (PR), by fostering resilience and solidarity.

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Vision

Our vision is to build a vibrant, interconnected Hispanic community in the DMV area where every individual thrive through education and charitable support. We envision a future where weather-impacted communities in the DMV and Puerto Rico recover and flourish through sustainable aid, driven by collective resilience and unwavering solidarity. We will accomplish this vision with funds raised from Puerto Ricans and friends participating in CPRI cultural activities.

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Our Core Values

​ Charity: Demonstrating a profound sense of generosity to the DMV and PR community.

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 - Partnership: Building and nurturing cooperative relationships with other organizations and stakeholders.

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 - Resiliency: Demonstrating the ability to stand and adapt to challenges with strength and perseverance.

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 - Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of honesty and ethical behavior in all actions and decisions.

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History

Círculo de Puerto Rico, Inc. was founded in 1957 in Washington, DC, to promote cultural events and raise funds for charitable and educational causes. In 2017, the organization relocated its headquarters to Northern Virginia, becoming a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and appointing an interim Board to lead its reorganization.

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Today, CPRI continues its mission to support Puerto Rican communities in the DMV and Puerto Rico through cultural initiatives and sustainable aid.

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Discover the difference we're making—visit our Impact tab to learn more about our work in the DMV and Puerto Rico.

 

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