Nuestros patrocinadores
Estamos profundamente agradecidos a nuestros generosos patrocinadores que desempeñan un papel fundamental para hacer realidad nuestra misión. A través de su apoyo y asociación, podemos brindar acceso vital a las artes, la educación y los programas terapéuticos que empoderan a los niños y familias desatendidos de nuestra comunidad.
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Dr. Ana Jimenez-Hami, Founder & Executive Director
Dr. Ana Jimenez-Hami is the Founder and Executive Director of the Orange County Children’s Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC), a nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of at-risk youth and special needs families through the arts, education, and therapy. Since its founding in 2000 in Santa Ana, OCCTAC has become a vital resource, serving thousands of children and families annually.
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Before establishing OCCTAC, she was a professor at Chapman University, California State University, Northridge, Loyola Marymount University, USC, and the University of Puerto Rico. She has also served on numerous boards promoting youth empowerment, arts, and disability inclusion, including the State Board for VSA Arts & Disability, the National Board for NACOPRW, and the Regional Board for MECCA.
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​Dr. Ana Jimenez-Hami has been recognized continuously in the community for her contributions in the fields of Arts and Culture, Education and Social Services. Some of her awards include: a (2020) OC LULAC Award, (2017) Women who Make a Difference in OC Award; a (2013) OC Register Hero of the Year award; a (2012) OC Department of Education, Outstanding Contributions to Education Award; a (2007) National Hispanic Business Women Association Award for Organizational Entrepreneurship; a (2007) Faculty Award from Chapman University; a (2006) City of Santa Ana Community Building award; a (2006) Human Relations Award from the Orange County Human Relations Commission for promoting equality, human rights and social justice; a (2003) Arts & Culture Award by the National Organization of MANA, and others.
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​Her lifelong mission is to ensure that all children, regardless of background, have access to opportunities that foster creativity, learning, and personal growth through the transformative power of the arts and education.
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Nuestro equipo
Nuestros profesores y personal apasionados y capacitados son el corazón de nuestra organización. Su compromiso de fomentar el crecimiento personal y artÃstico refleja los valores fundamentales de empoderamiento, inclusión y excelencia de OCCTAC. Conozca a algunos de los excepcionales miembros de nuestro equipo y manténgase conectado con nosotros.
Junta Directiva
OCCTAC está guiada por una Junta Directiva dedicada y diversa, comprometida a impulsar nuestra misión de cambio transformador a través de las artes, la educación y el empoderamiento comunitario. Nuestros estimados miembros de la junta aportan una gran experiencia, pasión y liderazgo al frente de las iniciativas de OCCTAC.