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Venezuela Earthquake Relief: Give Shelter to Displaced Children

A donation provides emergency bedding, warm meals, and safe temporary housing for a homeless child.

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United for Venezuela: UNISAL Launches Humanitarian Aid Mission

Humanitarian Aid Mission

Join our mission by clicking the following link: United for Venezuela 

Prayer of Light for Venezuela

Join the chain of prayer for our Venezuelan brothers and sisters by clicking the following link: Prayer of Light for Venezuela

Hope in Action - Immediate Relief and the Future of Project Casa Abrigo in Venezuela

Our latest report on how our Humanitarian Aid Mission in Venezuela is going by clicking the following link: Hope in Action

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June 2026 Graduation


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July 2026 Graduation


UNISAL invites you to the cultural festival 
Hola Charlotte!

UNISAL founder Ana Miriam Carpio Vázquez extends a cordial invitation to our community to celebrate the upcoming Hola Charlotte festival, which will take place on Saturday, October 3rd.

Iris Tellez - UNISAL Ally

A great friend and ally of our organization visited us from Atlanta.

Donation of Cakes and Bread

UNISAL founder Ana Miriam Carpio Vazquez receives a donation of cakes and bread from our beloved Volunteers during her extended work hours, thanking them once again for their kind contribution to our Community.

UNITED FOR THE WELL-BEING OF OUR PEOPLE


At UNISAL, we believe that every person deserves to be heard, respected, and supported. That's why we work tirelessly to break down barriers and pave ways toward a better future.

Our work in the United States: 

We have impacted more than 75,000 families through education, advocacy, humanitarian aid, and cultural programs.

Our work in El Salvador:

We have worked for more than 10 years, benefiting more than 4,500 Salvadoran families through our humanitarian aid program.

BY AND FOR OUR PEOPLE:

UNISAL WALKS ALONGSIDE THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY

Since 2001, our commitment has been clear:
to support those most in need.


Every action we take to empower communities reflects our commitment to transforming lives, strengthening resilience, and creating a positive impact today and always.


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We educate to empower

United - Yes, We Can!

We accompany with love and respect

We celebrate our roots

We train leaders who transform communities

We bring help where it's most needed



Mission

To provide social, educational, and community-based services that strengthen Hispanic families and their broader environment, promoting human dignity, inclusion, and access to resources that improve their quality of life.



Vision

To provide guidance and training opportunities to Hispanic families and the broader community, with the purpose of promoting sustainable human development and holistic well-being.


UNITED BY HOPE, DRIVEN BY HEART.
Help a family, change a life.

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WE HAVE HELPED MORE THAN 600,000 PEOPLE IN THE UNITED STATES AND EL SALVADOR


 

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Thanks to you, we bring education, legal assistance, and humanitarian aid to those facing difficult situations. Every donation builds strength, drives concrete changes, and strengthens entire communities.

With your generosity, thousands of people can dream again, rebuild their lives, and regain hope. Together, we make change possible.


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Key milestones in our community outreach


From skill development to health awareness and economic support, our key milestones reflect our commitment to building a brighter future for all.

55%

Funds Raised for Local Initiatives

+54,000

Volunteers Engaged

93%

Programs Implemented

+700,000

Hours of Service Provided

85%

Educational Workshops Held

+600,000

People Benefited

TO OUR BELOVED HISPANIC COMMUNITY


Together we are strength, culture, and hope. At UNISAL, we walk by your side, supporting your dreams and fighting for a future where every family can grow with dignity and opportunities. Because together, there is no challenge we cannot overcome.



We want to listen to you, support you, and walk with you. Connect with UNISAL today.

For more information about our programs, services, volunteering, or donations, please do not hesitate to contact us.

United for a better world, our foundation embraces the cause with love and solidarity. Five intertwined Hearts symbolize the union of brother volunteers on the five continents, working together to make a difference, symbolizing unity and collaboration to make a difference in the lives of others.



Mission

To provide social, educational, and community-based services that strengthen Hispanic families and their broader environment, promoting human dignity, inclusion, and access to resources that improve their quality of life.



Vision

To provide guidance and training opportunities to Hispanic families and the broader community, with the purpose of promoting sustainable human development and holistic well-being.


Our Values

1. Human Dignity

We recognize and respect the inherent worth of every individual, promoting fair, compassionate, and non-discriminatory treatment in all our services and interactions.

2. Inclusion and Equity

We serve families and communities through an inclusive approach that reduces barriers and advances equitable access to opportunities and essential resources.

3. Empowerment

We believe in strengthening individuals and families through education, guidance, and access to information that supports autonomy and informed decision-making.

4. Community Engagement

We work collaboratively with communities, honoring their diversity, lived experience, and capacity to create positive and sustainable change.

5. Sustainable Human Development (Sustainability)

We promote responsible, long-term solutions that support holistic well-being and contribute to lasting positive outcomes for individuals, families, and their communities.

6. Integrity and Transparency (Integrity)

We promote responsible, long-term solutions that support holistic well-being and contribute to lasting positive outcomes for individuals, families, and their communities.



Our Principles

1. People-Centered Approach

We design and deliver programs that prioritize the needs, voices, and lived experiences of the individuals and families we serve.

2. Cultural and Linguistic Responsiveness

We provide services that are culturally relevant and linguistically accessible, honoring the identities, traditions, and realities of the communities we serve.

3. Equitable Access

We strive to remove systemic, economic, and social barriers to ensure fair access to services, information, and opportunities.

4. Collaboration and Partnership

We work in partnership with community organizations, institutions, and stakeholders to maximize impact and avoid duplication of services.

5. Strengths-Based Practice

We recognize and build upon the strengths, resilience, and capabilities of individuals, families, and communities.

6. Accountability and Impact

We commit to responsible stewardship of resources, measurable outcomes, and continuous evaluation to ensure effectiveness and transparency.

7. Sustainability and Long-Term Impact

We prioritize solutions and programs that promote long-term stability, self-sufficiency, and sustainable community development.

Unidad Nacional de Hispanos Aliados (UNISAL) is a non-profit organization founded in 2001 in the United States in response to the devastating tragedy of the earthquake that occurred in El Salvador that same year. After this experience and the devastating consequences that followed, UNISAL saw a need and began to help those who had suffered in this catastrophe.

Since then, UNISAL has broadened its focus and expanded its work over the years to address the needs of the most vulnerable communities. UNISAL is dedicated to guiding, assisting, and supporting vulnerable Latin American families in the United States and disadvantaged communities in El Salvador who face significant challenges in their search for a better future.

For more than 20 years, more than 500,000 people have been supported through educational, social, cultural, and humanitarian aid programs. In this way, UNISAL contributes to building a better future for families and their communities in the United States and El Salvador.

 2023

UNISAL opens new offices in San Salvador and Dallas, TX.

2021

UNISAL opens a new office in Boston, MA.

 2019

UNISAL together with Immigrant Allies from NC, supported the vote in favor of the HR6 law in Washington D.C.​

2016

UNISAL achieves the release of several young people detained for deportation.

 2015

Showers of gifts in Charlotte.

UNISAL advocates for automatic voter registration.

2014

Wheelchair campaign at UNISAL.

Support for the program for Central American refugee minors (CAM).

 2013

Mass registration for TPS at UNISAL.

2012

UNISAL helps TPS applicants to obtain permanent residency.

 2010

UNISAL continues to send aid shipments to El Salvador.

2009

UNISAL organizes a caravan to Washington to support immigration reform.

Help El Salvador for Hurricane Ida.

 2005

Salvadorans flock to UNISAL for the renewal of TPS.

Campaign with several Central American ambassadors for CAFTA.

2004

About 70 residents applied for citizenship through UNISAL.

 2003

UNISAL leads a project to rebuild homes in El Salvador.

2002

UNISAL participates in the "A Million Voices for Legalization" to request amnesty for undocumented immigrants.

First honorary consulate.

 2001

UNISAL is founded to help those affected by the earthquake in El Salvador.

Our founder Mrs. Ana Miriam Carpio talks about UNISAL origin



Headquarters and Offices

  • Charlotte, NC, USA (Headquarters).
  • Boston, MA, USA.
  • Dallas, TX, USA.
  • San Salvador, El Salvador.


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Office Hours: Mo - Fr: 9am - 5pm / Sa: 9am - 2pm

We are in good company

The UNISAL Family

All of our work has been possible thanks to the active participation of our community, among whom are Volunteers, Collaborators, Media, Churches, Schools, Mobile Consulates and other organizations, who with their generous support have helped our beneficiaries in Charlotte, Greensboro, Winston Salem, Asheville, Burlington, Salisbury, Kannapolis, Concorde, Monroe, Statesville, Gastonia, Durham, Raleigh, Atlanta, Boston, Washington D.C., Chicago, Maryland, Virginia, Dallas, for more than 20 years of continuous work.

We thank everyone for having been and continuing to be part of the UNISAL family.


Executive Directory

Experienced Staff driving our success

Ana Miriam Carpio

Founder & President

Lorena Estrada

Executive Director

Melissa Alcalde

Director of Program & Advocacy

Ivonne Chavez

Program Coordinator


Angel Alexander Serrano

Humanitarian Aid Coordinator

Pastor Cesar Silva

Consultant

Valentino Lizarazo Avila

IT Advisor

Volunteers


Alberto Vazquez


Diana Basto


Belen Gomez


Arelys Garcia Uribe



Flora Bonilla


Donovan Guzman


Anthony Marcelo Vasquez


Austin Mariano Vazquez



Nancy Olmedo


Luz Dary Garcia


Sandra Machuca


Amy Arteaga



EDUCATION

We are committed to providing educational opportunities to the Latin American migrant community in the United States, with the goal of improving their quality of life and promoting their social and economic integration.

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HUMANITARIAN AID

We seek to improve the quality of life of people in vulnerable situations, strengthen family resilience, and promote long-term well-being through direct support initiatives in collaboration with local and international actors to respond to crises.

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CULTURE

We work to strengthen the cultural identity of the Latino migrant community, facilitate their integration into American society, and promote respect for diversity through cultural exchange.

 

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Nearly two million Salvadorans (1,923,303) live in poverty, representing 30% of the population in precarious material conditions. Furthermore, according to United Nations data, one million Salvadorans (15.8% of the population) are severely food insecure.


Today, you can make a difference.


With your support, we can provide nutritious food baskets to families in vulnerable situations, helping them meet their basic food needs and restoring hope.

Every donation counts.


Together, we can bring relief and dignity to thousands of Salvadoran homes.

Donate today:

EL SALVADOR

Banco Agrícola:
Holder: UNISAL INC.
Checking Account # 005020076786


UNITED STATES


Zelle:
Holder: UNISAL INC.  Email/User: [email protected]


Wells Fargo:
Holder: UNISAL INC.
Checking Account # 3957355237
Routing Number 053000219

WHILE YOU READ THIS, A FAMILY IS WAITING FOR YOUR HELP.

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BE A VOLUNTEER AT UNISAL

Share Your Time, Multiply Hope



Behind every family that UNISAL supports, there is a story of struggle, dreams, and resilience. And behind every step we take, there are people like you, willing to contribute from the heart.

Being a volunteer means offering more than help: it means offering companionship, listening, dignity, and humanity.

No matter your experience, age, or profession, what matters is your willingness to be part of the change.

Join us as a volunteer and walk with us for a more just and supportive future.

If you have a calling to help and serve others, we invite you to complete our Volunteer Application. We will contact you.


VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

TOGETHER, WE CAN DO MORE

Since 2001, we have worked tirelessly to support the most vulnerable communities in the United States and El Salvador. But much remains to be done.

Your donation has a direct impact on the families most in need:

  • It provides humanitarian aid, food, and essential supplies.
  • It provides educational opportunities and spaces for children, youth, and adults.
  • It promotes culture and a sense of identity in our community.
  • It drives the implementation of strategic projects.
  • It strengthens our educational, cultural, and humanitarian aid campaigns.


Today you can be part of this chain of solidarity.

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Together, we empower those who need it most. With your donation to UNISAL, the impossible becomes reality.


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