Romeo Santos Launches Autism Foundation, Eladio Carrión Returns with Saucegiving
From career milestones to major community announcements, the Latin music world continues to demonstrate its commitment to social impact. This week, we highlight several uplifting moments that showcase the heart behind the industry’s biggest stars.
Romeo Santos Launches Fundación Los Santos to Support Children With Autism
Romeo Santos is turning a very personal experience into a broader mission. On Tuesday (Aug. 11), the bachata superstar announced the launch of Fundación Los Santos, a registered 501(c)(3) organization created to support children with autism and their families through greater access to resources, educational opportunities, developmental programs and community initiatives.
“As a father of a child with autism, I have experienced firsthand both the joys and challenges that many families face every day,” Romeo Santos said in a statement. “The Los Santos Foundation seeks to help families feel seen, supported and empowered, contributing to a more hopeful future for so many children.”
With a personal contribution from the artist, the foundation’s initial efforts will focus on grants, strategic partnerships, family resource centers, and social opportunities for children. Additional initiatives are expected to be announced in the coming months.
Los Ángeles Azules to Receive L.A. Street Naming
The decades-long cumbia legacy of Los Ángeles Azules will be celebrated with a new street designation in Los Angeles. On Sept. 14, the intersection of Van Nuys Boulevard and Chase Street in Panorama City will be officially named Los Ángeles Azules Square, honoring the group’s cultural impact ahead of Latino Heritage Month.
Eladio Carrión Announces Return of Saucegiving
Eladio Carrión’s Sauce for a Cause Foundation is bringing its annual Saucegiving community celebration back to his roots in Humacao, Puerto Rico, on Dec. 6. Now in its sixth year, the free event will combine sports, music and community programming, including a celebrity softball game, a Home Run Derby, and baseball clinics for local youth.
“Saucegiving is something that means a lot to me because it’s about giving back to the people and community that have supported me throughout my journey,” Carrión said. Through his foundation, he has supported more than 17,000 people across Puerto Rico and Latin America.
Rosalía Stuns Rio with A Cappella Tribute
Rosalía delivered an unforgettable moment during her Lux Tour in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday. Stepping to the front of the stage for an intimate segment, she stunned the Brazilian crowd by singing a raw, a cappella rendition of the iconic Argentine rock anthem “Un Vestido y Un Amor” by Fito Páez, paying homage to the legendary Caetano Veloso.
