Hispanic Lifestyle Relaunches as HL: A Reimagined Platform Celebrating Culture & Influence

Dec 3, 2025 | Community

Hispanic Lifestyle Relaunches as HL: A Reimagined Platform Celebrating Culture & Influence

The climate of our country and the media industry has changed drastically over the last 11 months. To stay relevant, to remain useful, and to continue honoring our community, it became necessary to rebrand, reimagine, and completely rework how we show up and serve.
Through my travels, conversations with colleagues, advertisers, creators, and community leaders and by watching the trends shaping our world I came to one undeniable conclusion: the Latino community continues to be underserved, undervalued, and underrepresented across far too many sectors.

Hispanic Lifestyle now known as “HL | Culture & Influence”

Our community has earned the right to be respected, acknowledged, and celebrated. And while we do not speak with a single voice, we represent a powerful spectrum of perspectives, cultures, and lived experiences. We must do a better job of telling our stories, highlighting our achievements, and being consistent, diligent, and unapologetic about showcasing our excellence.

After 30 years of producing content and events, I remain driven to do better—to go deeper, expand our reach, and collaborate with partners who share our commitment to elevating the voices that deserve to be heard.

At HL, our purpose is simple:
to capture the culture and influence of the community and ensure our stories are seen, valued, and remembered.

With our relaunch, Hispanic Lifestyle now known as HL | Culture & Influence enters a bold new chapter in our evolution as a media company. In our corner of the internet, our editorial focus remains clear: to raise, amplify, and honor the voices and stories shaping our community’s future.

In the months ahead, you will see expanded editorial categories, new online series, renewed storytelling, and fresh opportunities for engagement and collaboration. I invite you to explore the new HispanicLifestyle.com and join us as we build the next chapter of community-centered media.

Thank you for being part of our journey. Buckle up friends, there is so much more we are ready to share with you.

Richard Sandoval,
President & Executive Producer, HL

Please support our efforts by joining HL Partner Network

Introducing | Money, Finances & Wealth

Nov 25, 2025 | Money, Finances & Wealth

Introducing | Money, Finances & Wealth

Hispanic Lifestyle Launches New Editorial Category: Money, Finances & Wealth

A platform dedicated to financial literacy, empowerment, and generational wealth for the Latino community

Hispanic Lifestyle, a media platform recognized for capturing the passions of the community and celebrating Latino achievement for more than 30 years, is proud to announce the launch of a new editorial category and content series: Money, Finances & Wealth. Designed to promote financial literacy and empower individuals, families, and entrepreneurs, this new category will provide practical insights, expert perspectives, and culturally relevant guidance on topics such as budgeting, homeownership, credit management, business finance, retirement planning, and building generational wealth.

“Financial education is one of the most impactful tools we can provide our community, Through our new Money, Finances & Wealth category, we want to help our audience understand how to make informed financial decisions, manage their businesses more effectively, and create long-term economic stability.”

Richard Sandoval

President , Hispanic Lifestyle

What to Expect from the “Money, Finances & Wealth” Series

Financial Literacy Education
Household budgeting, debt management, credit, and emergency savings

Homeownership & Mortgage Insights
Preparing to buy, refinancing options, and long-term value strategies

Small Business & Entrepreneurship Finance
Understanding business finances, separating personal from corporate assets, planning for growth, and access to capital

Investing, Retirement & Legacy Planning
Building long-term stability and generational wealth

Expert Contributions & Partner Features
In collaboration with financial professionals, banks, advisors, and organizations committed to community advancement

Integrated Multimedia & Series Content
The new category will be supported by original Hispanic Lifestyle programming including:

The Business of Surviving to Thrive (online docuseries)
Home, Tu Casa (video series featuring homeownership and family prosperity)
Culture & Influence (video podcast launching December 2025)
HL Update (bi-weekly newsletter)

Special Financial Spotlight segments throughout 2026
Select partners will also be featured in expert video segments, podcast interviews, and educational toolkits, providing practical guidance to our audience.

First Articles & Features to Debut This Quarter

“5 Steps to Separating Business & Personal Finances”
“Mortgage Readiness: Preparing Your Family for Homeownership”
“How Latinas Are Leading the Path to Intergenerational Wealth”
Interview: “Financial Wellness Insights from Industry Experts”

Partnership Opportunities Available

Financial institutions, lending agencies, mortgage companies, certified financial planners, and community organizations are invited to collaborate in this new platform through content partnerships and educational sponsorship opportunities.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Tier	Monthly	Deliverables
Presenting Sponsor(Exclusive – 2 max)	$3,500	Category naming rights + quarterly branded video segment + 2 featured articles + podcast guest segment
Financial Education Partner	$2,000	1 expert article/month + homepage sidebar ad + inclusion in HL Update + resource link integration
Small Business Finance Sponsor	$1,200	Feature in “The Business of Surviving to Thrive” + sponsored digital tools/downloads + social media promo
Supporting Partner	$750	Logo in “Money & Wealth” section + mention in 1 newsletter/month + article sponsorship

6-month minimum commitment recommended to maximize storytelling impact.

Deliverables and opportunities are subject to change without notice. Please contact Richard Sandoval at RDS@Hispaniclifestyle.com

Inland Empire Faith, Finance and Homeownership Summit

Sep 25, 2025 | Community

ABOUT THE EVENT

Faith, Finance & Homeownership is a two-part convening focused on equipping our Inland Empire communities with tools to build and retain generational wealth. Through faith-based partnerships, financial coaching, and practical resources, the event connects families to pathways for stability and prosperity.

Presented by the Inland SoCal Housing Collective in partnership with Credit.org, BankOn Inland SoCal, Hispanic Lifestyle, and the National Foundation for Credit Counseling.

Event Overview

Morning Session (9AM–1PM)
Faith leaders, community organizations, and financial experts gather to explore:

Why financial education, homeownership, and estate planning are vital.
The role of faith partners in supporting families.
How to get started with financial coaching, safe banking, and debt management.
Building resilience through business ownership, housing stability, and church-led initiatives.
Strategies for homeownership and estate planning to retain generational wealth.

The session concludes with next steps, a resource fair, and a call to action for faith and community leaders.

Afternoon Session (1:30PM–4PM)
A broader regional convening highlighting solutions, collaboration, and action:

Why financial education and generational wealth matter for families and communities.
Access to safe banking and the support of faith coalitions.
Spotlight on organizations driving financial resilience, including housing counseling, small business development, and estate planning.
Closing discussion and survey to shape future work.

Who Should Attend

A peer to peer event, Faith, Finance & Homeownership is designed for faith leaders, community advocates, nonprofit partners, educators, housing professionals, small business owners, and residents of the Inland Empire who are passionate about building stronger, financially resilient families. This convening is ideal for anyone seeking practical tools to support their congregation or community in achieving financial stability, homeownership, estate planning, and generational wealth.

LOCATION
California Museum of Photography
(located historic downtown Riverside)
3824 Main Street • Riverside, CA 92501

PARKING
City of Riverside parking garages 2 and 6 are closest to the museum.

BE OUR GUEST
Please register today, space is limited.

Event Schedule

Wednesday - November 5, 2025

Morning Session - Faith Leaders

Registration

9am - 9:30am

Welcome & Our Why?

Claudio Espino– Intro Credit.org & answer- “Why financial education/coaching?” (5 minutes)
Richard Sandoval, Intro Hispanic Lifestyle- “Why building generational wealth? /Homeownership & Estate Planning?” (5 minutes)
Melanie Steele, ISCHC- Intro to ISCHC & BankOn Coalition- “Why faith partners?” (5 minutes)

9:30am - 10am

Blessing: Dr. Joshua Beckley

Panel One: How to get started?

Goal: Discuss the initial steps A). Faith leaders know what the steps are B). What resources exist in the community, C). How to refer community members

Financial Coaching, Budgeting, Debt Management, Climb-

Claudio Espino, Credit.org

Banking Access

Jay Miller, BankOn Coalition Lead at ISCHC

Overview of access to safe banking.
Demonstrate Banking Tool– pick an attending church address and look up the nearest branch

10:00am

Panel Two: A Movement of Building Wealth

Goal: Amplify regional organizations who are helping build the financial resilience of their community.

Building Generations in a Church-
Building a Business- What is the impact on a family when they build a business?
Building Housing Stability – How do we help our counties become financial stable in this housing crisis

10:30AM- 11:05AM

Panel Three: Building and Retaining Generational Wealth

Goal: What is the impact of homeownership on a family and generations? How is this wealth retained?

Homeownership Month– What is the impact on a family who owns a home?, Home Mortgage Tools
Why homebuyer counseling- Melinda Opperman- Credit.org/ISCHC Board Member- How do you get started?
How do you get started buying a home? – How do you get started with buying a home? How long can it take? What tools can be used? Down payment assistance programs available?
Retaining Generational Wealth- Estate Planning, Why is it important? Where do you go for help?

11:05 AM - 11:45am

What is to come? Next Steps

Goal: What is the impact of homeownership on a family and generations? How is this wealth retained?

Homeownership Month –What is the impact on a family who owns a home?, Home Mortgage Tools
Why homebuyer counseling- Melinda Opperman- Credit.org/ISCHC Board Member- How do you get started?
How do you get started buying a home? – How do you get started with buying a home? How long can it take? What tools can be used? Down payment assistance programs available?
Retaining Generational Wealth- Estate Planning, Why is it important? Where do you go for help?

11:45AM - 12PM

Lunch and Small Resources Fair

12PM - 1PM

Wednesday - November 5, 2025

Afternoon Session - Community Stake Holders

Welcome & Why financial education and generational wealth matter.

Claudio Espino (Credit.org): Why financial education/coaching
Richard Sandoval (Hispanic Lifestyle): Why building generational wealth through homeownership & estate planning
Melanie Steele (ISCHC): Why this matters regionally, what happened with faith leaders in the morning, and how to join the movement.

2:00PM – 2:30PM

Panel One: What’s the Scoop - Understanding the Landscape 

Goal: Provide an overview of regional challenges and opportunities around financial access and community resources.

Jay Miller (ISCHC, BankOn Coalition Lead): Access to safe banking + demo of banking locator tool.
Pastors United : How faith coalitions support families with resources like food, utility support, and school supplies.

2:30PM – 3:00PM

Panel Two: Where is the Work Being Done – Spotlight on Solutions 

Goal: Amplify organizations already advancing financial resilience and generational wealth, and explore collaboration across sectors.