Celebrate Cinco de Mayo: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity
May 2, 2025
Cinco de Mayo is the holiday that commemorates the date the Mexican army defeated France at the Battle of Pueblo during the Franco-Mexican War.
It is a popular misconception that Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexican Independence Day. Instead, it honors a single battle during the Franco-Mexican War. Cinco de Mayo, or May 5th, is the holiday that celebrates the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.
Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage. CharityWatch invites donors to check out our Top-Rated Hispanic & Latin American charity list and give with confidence.
Top-Rated Hispanic & Latin American charities include:
Hispanic Federation works to empower and advance the Hispanic community.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund works through scholarships and student/family services, and aims to provide students all the tools they need to get a college degree and succeed in life.
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