Maria Matos, President and CEO of the Latin American Community Center (LACC), was honored with the Community Heritage Hero Award by the Boy Scouts of America, Del-Mar-Va Council. The award was presented at the Gathering of Heroes lunch on April 23rd.

Matos has been recognized for her dedication and leadership in advancing the mission of the LACC. Her efforts have had a significant impact on the community, encouraging active engagement in community-building initiatives.

The event also celebrated other community leaders for their contributions. Honorees included:

• Matt Meyer, New Castle County Executive
• Vernita Dorsey, Senior Vice President of Community Strategy at WSFS Bank
• Ken Sklenar, President and CEO of Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore
• Markevis Gideon, Founder and Managing Director of NERDiT NOW

Caption:2024 Delaware Gathering of Heroes award winners at Riverfront Events in Wilmington Delaware! (l-r) Matt Meyer, New Castle County Executive; Vernita Dorsey, Senior VP Community Strategy, WSFS Bank; Maria Matos, President & CEO Latin American Community Center; Ken Sklenar, President & CEO Easterseals Delaware & Maryland’s Eastern Shore; and Markevis Gideon, Founder & Managing Director NERDiT NOW!