Welcome to Borinquen in

San Diego


Welcome to Borinquen in

San Diego


Preserving Heritage, Embracing Unity: House of Puerto Rico San Diego, Where Traditions Thrive and Communities Unite.



Preservando el Patrimonio, Abrazando la Unidad: Casa de Puerto Rico San Diego, Donde Las Tradiciones Prosperan y Las Comunidades Se Unen.

Preserving Heritage, Embracing Unity: House of Puerto Rico San Diego, Where Traditions Thrive and Communities Unite.



Preservando el Patrimonio, Abrazando la Unidad: Casa de Puerto Rico San Diego, Donde Las Tradiciones Prosperan y Las Comunidades Se Unen.

About Us

Sobre nosotros

Newsletter

Boletin informativo

Become a Member

Hazte miembro

Donate

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Bright colorful houses line the hills overlooking the beach in San Juan, Puerto Rico

ABOUT US

ABOUT US

Mission Statement

At the House of Puerto Rico San Diego (HPRSD), our mission is to serve as a vibrant cultural hub and welcoming home for individuals of Puerto Rican descent, whether visiting or choosing to become members. Rooted in the heart of San Diego, we are dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and promoting the rich heritage, traditions, and achievements of the Puerto Rican community, fostering a sense of belonging, pride, and unity while sharing the spirit of Puerto Rico with our beloved city.

Vision Statement

Our vision at HPRSD is to create a warm and inclusive space where individuals of Puerto Rican descent feel a deep sense of 'welcome home' upon entering our doors. Rooted in the vibrant tapestry of San Diego's diverse communities, we aspire to be the heart of Puerto Rican culture, inspiring connections, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a legacy of greatness for generations to come, all while sharing the beauty and vibrancy of Puerto Rico(Boriqua) with our beloved city.

Value Statement

At the House of Puerto Rico San Diego (HPRSD), we celebrate our heritage and inclusivity, connecting with our community through impactful initiatives and fostering educational empowerment. We prioritize professionalism, resilience, and unity, balancing high standards with our team's well-being. Embracing adaptability and the lessons from challenges, we strive for excellence within a supportive and understanding environment, dedicated to cultural preservation, inclusivity, and making a positive community impact.

news and announcements

Latino Heritage Lawn Program

Last year five Latino Houses Collaborated on a first ever Latino Heritage Lawn Program. The plans are in the works for another one!


Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024

Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location: International Cottages


Featuring: Entertainment and traditional cultural foods.

La Casita Volunteer Hosting

We need volunteers to host our La Casita for every Saturday & Sunday accept for holdays.


  • The hosting times are for 5 hours from 11am to 4pm
  • If you like to host please choose a date of the month you would like to volunteer.
  • Email hprsd@houseofpuertorico.com and we will match you up with another volunteer.


Queens Court Nominations

Did you know that each of Balboa Parks ​International Cottages hosts a Queens ​Court?


Are you in junior high or high school (we ​have Pee Wee Princesses too) and of ​Puerto Rican decent or love our culture ​enough to consider being a part of our ​Queens Court? Check out our Queens ​Court Selection Criteria and Process. ​Email us at ​hrpsdqueens@HouseofPuertoRico.com ​to request more information. Put in the ​re: box QUEENS PROGRAM.

important updates!

important updates!

As we navigate through some exciting transitions at the House of Puerto Rico San Diego (HPRSD), we want to assure ​you that the spirit and dedication of our organization remain as strong as ever. We are committed to ensuring that ​2025 will be a year filled with meaningful events and community engagement.

Christmas Gala


We have made the decision to ​cancel the Christmas Gala for ​2024. However, we are already ​planning for a spectacular ​celebration and invite you to save ​the date for our Christmas Gala ​on December 13, 2025.

La Miembros y Amigos Meeting


The scheduled meeting for ​September 7 has been canceled.

Special Miembros y Amigos Meeting


Join us for a special meeting on ​Tuesday, September 10, at 6:30 ​PM via Zoom. This is a wonderful ​opportunity to meet our interim ​Executive Board and learn about ​how you can become involved in ​shaping our leadership and future.

We appreciate your continued support and enthusiasm as we prepare for an exciting and successful year ​ahead. Together, we will continue to celebrate and share the rich heritage of our Puerto Rican community.

Upcoming Events

DATE

Session

Location


September ​10th


Special Miembros y Amigos ​Meeting

Zoom.

Look out for Newletter with details.


October ​15th


HPRSD Book Club

ZOOM BOOK CLUB

Join us as we discuss books that are set in Puerto Rico, about Puerto Rico or ​Puerto Ricans, or written by Puerto Rican authors. We welcome new people to ​join us. You do not need to be a member of the House of Puerto Rico San Diego ​to attend.


Meetings are held on Zoom, RSVP at bookclub@houseofpuertorico.com to ​receive the Zoom link.

Our upcoming book selections are:


October 15

Puerto Rico: The Trials of the Oldest Colony in the World by José Trías Monge

Distinguished Puerto Rican legal scholar and former government official Monge discusses the island’s century-old relationship with the United States ​and argues that the process of decolonization should begin immediately.


November 19

Children of Chicago by Cynthia Pelayo

A gripping, modern-day spin on the Pied Piper fairy tale, as well as a gritty love letter to the underworld of Chicago.

2021 Bram Stoker Award Nominee for Superior Achievement in a Novel

2021 International Latino Book Award Winner


There is no meeting in September or December


All our selections are available at the San Diego Public Library and San Diego County Library in a variety of formats (print, digital, audio). HPRSD ​members can check out a copy of the book from our the HPRSD Casita Library any weekend from 11am-4pm.

The House of Puerto Rico San Diego awards annually the Doña Casilda ​Pagán & Kelvin S. Carlisle Educational/Vocational Scholarship. This year we ​are honored to have two additional scholarships to award, they are the Dr. ​William Adorno Educational Scholarship and the Dr. Ana Zentella ​Educational/ Vocational Scholarship.


These scholarships are being offered to high school seniors/ graduates or ​college/post-graduate students. The applicant must be a current active ​member of the House of Puerto Rico San Diego or a San Diego County ​resident of Puerto Rican descent, who has contributed at least 10 hours of ​community service through HPRSD within the last year. If you need to ​complete your volunteer hours please contact at ​Scholarship@HouseofPuertoRico.com.


With thse awards, we hope to assist in the attainment of our peoples ​educational and professional goals. Interested applicants should download ​the application below:

Scholarship Application Deadline, Monday, July 31, 2024

Doña Casilda Pagan & Kelvin S. Carlisle ​Scholarship

Doña Casilda Pagan & Kelvin S. Carlisle ​Scholarship

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Conozca a nuestra junta ejecutiva


- Meet Our Executive Board -

Conozca a nuestra junta ejecutiva


- Meet Our Executive Board -

Tony Flores

President / Presidente

Louis Williams

Vice President / Vice Presidente

Aliyah Ortiz

Secretary / Secretaria

Wanda Ivette Hector

Treasurer / Tesorera

Ellie Ramos

Trustee / Fideicomisaria​

Gallery / Galería

Miembros • Familia • amigos

HPRSD YOUTH GROUP

Dia de san juaN

puerto rican dominos

HPRSD QUEENS COURT

UNVEILING THE NEW BRAND WALL

How You Can Help

- Cómo puedes ayudar -

There are countless ways you can help us fulfil our mission.

You can make a donation (however big or small), join our fundraiser events, or ​volunteer your time.

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INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP

SUPPORTER MEMBERSHIP

*Household: 1-2 adults plus children under 18

**Supporter: Does not require Member to be local or required to perform the 10 hours of annual volunteer service.

Note: Membership dues are tax deductible 501(c)3.

Our merch store is live!

Our merch store is live!

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Please Note:

Kindly be informed that the House of Puerto Rico San Diego operates as a nonprofit organization. As such all purchases made through the third-party merchandise store support our mission of preserving and promoting Puerto Rican Culture.

CONTACT US

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House of Puerto Rico San Diego

2172 Pan American East Road

San Diego, California

92101

Mailing Address: House of Puerto Rico San Diego

P.O. BOX 81982

SAN DIEGO, CA

92138

Office Hours

Sat and Sun 11AM to 4PM.


Phone:

(619) 259-0043

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