Esperanza Latino Center of NKY Esperanza Latino Center is a 501(c)3 that offers key services created strategically to serve the specific needs of the local Latino community. Mission Advocate for, and provides services to the Hispanic/Latino community of NKY. We are a welcoming place for the community to gather and seek assistance. Values DiversityAcceptanceChangeParticipation The Founders Esperanza’s founders, Irene Encarnación and Leo Calderón, have more than 50 years of combined experience serving the local Hispanic/Latino community. Home Since opening our doors in February of 2019, we have called 234 W Pike St in Covington our home. Purpose Provide a one-stop center in Northern Kentucky supporting and providing services and resources to the vibrant and growing Hispanic/Latino community. Impact Take a look at some of our latest impact numbers to get a better idea of our service to the community. Impact Snapshot