Nosotros en En Español sentimos que la comunidad es muy importante. Queremos que todos en nuestra comunidad puedan disfrutar la vida sin limitaciones. Nuestra organización hace un gran esfuerzo para integrarnos en la comunidad, por asistira eventos comunitarios, y siempre tratando a encontrar a nuevos amigos y miembros de nuestra comunidad.
We at En Español feel that the community is very important. We want everyone in our community to enjoy life without limitations. We make a great effort to integrate ourselves into the community, attend community events, find new friends and meet new community members.
En Español co-founders Tien and Tai Nghiem were honored to be selected for an onstage interview with acclaimed actress, author, and mental health advocate Mariel Hemingway at KidsMatter’s 25th Anniversary EMPOWER Gala, sharing their journey in youth leadership, community service, and educational equity.
En Español reached a significant milestone in its international literacy efforts through a donation of educational books to the National Library of Thailand, helping bring multilingual learning resources to one of the country's leading cultural and educational institutions.
En Español co-founder Kendall Tai Nghiem earned third place internationally in the Essay category (ages 15–18) of the 2026 Sister Cities International Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS), a global competition celebrating youth creativity, cultural understanding, and international friendship.
En Español participated in KidsMatter's annual Volunteer Fair, joining local nonprofit organizations and community leaders to connect young people with meaningful opportunities for service, leadership, and community involvement.
En Español co-founder Kendall Tai Nghiem was honored as the 2026 Young Philanthropist of the Year by the West Suburban Philanthropic Network (WSPN) at its 24th Annual Philanthropy Awards, recognizing his outstanding commitment to community service, educational equity, and youth leadership.
En Español expanded its international literacy initiatives through a book donation and educational partnership with Wat Thong Noppakhun Temple in Bangkok, Thailand, bringing new learning opportunities to local children and communities.
En Español organized an educational field trip to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), bringing 15 students from its Civic Youth Leadership Academy (CYLA) to explore physics, higher education, and future opportunities in STEM.
En Español co-founders Tien and Tai Nghiem were honored to be interviewed by award-winning writer and editor Micaela Myers for her book Superhero Kids, which celebrates 21 inspiring young changemakers from across the United States who are making a difference in their communities.
En Español joined ALMAS for a special Día del Niño (Children's Day) celebration, bringing together families, young learners, and community organizations to honor childhood, cultural heritage, and the importance of educational opportunities for every child.
En Español participated in Jefferson Junior High School’s BilingualPalooza, a multicultural celebration bringing together students, families, and community organizations to recognize the importance of language, cultural diversity, and inclusion.
En Español co-founders Tien and Tai Nghiem were honored with the 2026 Make Kindness Count Award, presented by KidsMatter and the Collaborative Youth Team of Illinois in recognition of their commitment to kindness, community service, and youth empowerment.
En Español collaborated with Brookdale Elementary School to celebrate reading, creativity, and storytelling through engaging bookmaking activities and a literary event connected to children's author Brandon Mull.
