The National Hispanic Press Foundation promotes Hispanic publications through community outreach to academic and professional institutions, facilitation of research and recognition of excellence in the field. The National Hispanic Press Foundation is a 501(c) (3) charitable educational organization created and granted tax exempt status under the Internal Revenue Service Code.

These objectives support the mission and frame the National Hispanic Press Foundation’s structure, governance, staffing and budget process and include:

• Harness the expertise and resources of the industry’s educational bodies to support the achievement of the Foundation's mission,
• Ensure a focus on activities that advance the goal of expanding the success of Hispanic populations in the publications industry,
• Collaborate with other publications and media industry organizations when appropriate,
• Support youth through college scholarships,
• Collaborate with Hispanic organizations throughout the country that promote educational opportunities for Hispanic youth,
• Support research to determine industry needs and business trends,
• Promote the results of the work of the National Hispanic Press Foundation, and
• Support the programs and services of the National Association of Hispanic Publications, Inc.

Contributions to the National Hispanic Press Foundation support scholarships to college and university students currently enrolled and who have been accepted to attend.

Contributions also support college students with internships. Current contributors to the fund include The Ford Motor Company Fund through a partnership program with the National Association of Hispanic Journalists where college students intern for one summer with Washington, DC area National Association of Hispanic Publications members.

Other contributors are the Coca Cola Company, State Farm Insurance, PepsiCo, Lockheed Martin, Continental Airlines, Exelon and the United States Navy. Over 160 corporations, foundations and individuals have supported the National Hispanic Press Foundation since 1992.

To make a contribution to the National Hispanic Press Foundation, please contact the national headquarters office at 202-662-7250.