Our story · Our mission
An organization created so that every Cuban beginning a new life in the United States has the opportunity not only to survive, but to heal, integrate, and thrive.
Our story
Fundación Renacer Cubano was created as a community-centered organization to respond to the emotional, social, and practical challenges that can accompany migration: family separation, trauma, grief, cultural adaptation, language barriers, employment uncertainty, and social isolation.
As a Florida-based nonprofit founded by a Cuban American clinical psychologist, it integrates culturally responsive mental health, education, workforce and community integration, cultural preservation, humanitarian support, and evidence-based research.
Our aspiration is to build a trusted hub for healing, learning, connection, and leadership, empowering Cuban immigrants to rebuild their lives while honoring their heritage.
To promote healing, empowerment, resilience, and successful integration among Cuban immigrants and their families through culturally responsive mental health services, education, community engagement, research, cultural preservation, and humanitarian initiatives.
A thriving Cuban community where every individual and family has the support and resources to achieve emotional wellbeing, meaningful connections, and lasting success while preserving the richness of Cuban heritage.
A welcoming space where individuals and families can access integrated programs in wellbeing, education, professional development, culture, humanitarian assistance, research, and community engagement.
Why we exist
Migration can bring acculturation stress, grief, trauma, employment and financial instability, housing insecurity, and difficulty navigating healthcare, education, and social service systems.
Our model unifies mental health, education, community engagement, cultural preservation, humanitarian support, and research while recognizing both the challenges and strengths of the Cuban community: perseverance, strong family values, entrepreneurial spirit, cultural pride, and commitment to future generations.
What guides us
Empathy, respect, and genuine care.
Independence, self-determination, and equitable access.
History, traditions, language, and values as a source of resilience.
Ethics, transparency, and accountability.
Evidence-based practice and rigorous evaluation.
Community needs at the center.
Partnerships that multiply impact.
We believe in the capacity to heal, grow, and renew.
Measurable outcomes and responsible stewardship.
Our long-term vision