About Us

Who are we?

We are a dedicated group of educators, business people and community leaders from Metro Detroit.

Why did we create Conexión?

We believe that all communities can benefit from global connections and cross-cultural partnerships.

What do we do?

Our mission is to provide cross-cultural opportunities both here in Metro Detroit and in Latin America.

What do we dream?

We will organize trips for educators and youth, forming relationships with Latin American communities.

Those who are happiest are those who do the most for the others.

— Booker T. Washington

Conexion Mission:
Puente de Conexión empowers communities through cross-cultural interactions including educational, athletic and art experiences.

Our Volunteers

Bridget B. Espinosa

President / Executive Director

María Elena Blanco

Vice President / Creative Director

Diane Barnes

Treasurer

Laly Ayhllon

Assistant Director

Why should I donate to Puente de Conexión?

We are funding educational and athletic programs in Metro Detroit and in Latin America.

Our focus will always be two-fold: Cultural Experiences & Human Connections.

Our hope is to always Inspire (our volunteers, our donors, the participants and recipients of our programs) Through Cultural Connections

Please spread the word about Puente de Conexión!