The Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of WNY was founded in 2003. Our mission is to promote and celebrate Puerto Rican and Hispanic traditions by planning events that enrich our culture, maintain its viability, and educate our youth for future generations by faithfully engaging in the preservation of our heritage. The primary purpose of the Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of Western New York Association, Inc., is to host a parade inclusive of all peoples and communities. The parade will empower the community, and particularly our youth, by promoting civic pride, celebrating the history of Puerto Rico and Hispanics, and increasing awareness of Latin America's diverse cultural heritage. Association members will be cultural ambassadors, historical preservationists, and civic activists. The Puerto Rican and Hispanic Day Parade of Western New York Association will collaborate with a variety of social and service-oriented agencies to build a stronger Western New York community on a foundation of pride, knowledge, and empowerment.