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Jay Sanchez published Cecilia Garcia Akers featured in Inspiring Woman Book in Latest News 2025-06-25 07:47:33 -0500
Cecilia Garcia Akers featured in Inspiring Woman Book
Cecilia Garcia Akers' story is featured in the Inspiring Woman Book, Volume 9. Photo credit from my dear friend Fonzie Munoz. It is a rare honor to be included among these amazing women.
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Jay Sanchez published Stay tuned for a Historic Announcement in September! in Latest News 2025-06-12 18:23:49 -0500
Stay tuned for a Historic Announcement in September!
In 3 short months, on September 17, 2025 a very historic event will occur at the downtown building of Texas A&M University Corpus Christi. This has been a 10 year initiative for the Dr Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation, and members of the Garcia Family. Please stay tuned for some very important announcements for that day. I know that all of my friends and family will want to be there to celebrate with us on this very historic occasion. #BeLikeHector
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From one Texas Treasure to another
Something wonderful and historic will be occurring on June 28, 2025 at the Texas State Aquarium. Please join us for this wonderful celebration. Dr. Hector was an honorary co-chair with Vice President George Bush, Lady Bird Johnson, and Ann Armstrong for the original groundbreaking.
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Dr. Hector continues to inspire
Jim, Dr. Jackie Ochoa and I spontaneously found this wonderful tribute to Dr. Hector P. Garcia, as we were honoring Dr. Ochoa at her graduation from UTMB Galveston on 5/31/2025. I always feel that my father is helping me from above every day. Yesterday, was one of those days to have come across his photo as a medical school student when he attended in 1936. He is an inspiration to everyone, and especially to Dr. Ochoa.
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Jay Sanchez published Cecilia Speaking at the PHI KAPPA PHI Induction - TAMUCC in Latest News 2025-05-02 07:40:27 -0500
Cecilia Speaking at the PHI KAPPA PHI Induction - TAMUCC
The Texas A&M University Corpus Christi Honor Society chose Cecilia Garcia Alers to be their keynote speaker at the May 1st induction ceremony. This Phi Kappa Phi also made Cecliia a member of their distinguished group. #AlwaysSupportingEducation #BeLikeHector
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Jay Sanchez published My Hispanic Women's Network Speaking Opportunity in Latest News 2025-04-08 18:14:37 -0500
My Hispanic Women's Network Speaking Opportunity
So honored to be included in this presentation on Saturday April 12. Please join us!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Cecilia García Akers, daughter of civil rights leader Dr. Hector P. Garcia, is an author and passionate advocate for education, healthcare, and Latino leadership. She is the author of The Inspiring Life of Texan Héctor P. García and will be joining us as the Educational Session Guest – Soul for LIP Session #3.We invite all our members to please join us this Saturday and hear from this incredible speaker aswe continue to support and uplift our young Latinas!
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Jay Sanchez published Foundation fellowships availalbe at TAMUCC in Latest News 2025-04-01 17:02:42 -0500
Foundation fellowships availalbe at TAMUCC
Fellowship opportunities sponsored by the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation. Please apply as soon as possible.
Click to apply
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Jay Sanchez published The Foundation helps DMC students reach their education goals in Latest News 2025-04-01 10:29:41 -0500
The Foundation helps DMC students reach their educational goals
The Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation is committed to advancing the educational goals of students in need. DMC is an early supporter of the Foundation and we continue a collaborative relationship to assist students.
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Jay Sanchez published Meet one of this year’s Power25 Women of Influence! in Latest News 2025-03-26 16:08:49 -0500
Meet one of this year’s Power25 Women of Influence!
Meet one of this year’s Power25 Women of Influence!
We are honored to celebrate Cecilia Garcia Akers as one of this year’s Corpus Christi Black Chamber of Commerce Power25 Women of Influence!
Cecilia Garcia Akers is the daughter of Dr. Hector and Wanda Garcia. Her career is in physical therapy and has included several accomplishments. She served on the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners for 12 years and 5 years as Chair. She was also Director of Rehabilitative Services for three hospitals in San Antonio. Currently, she is in Home Health, specializing in Geriatric Orthopedics and Neuromuscular Rehabilitation.
Cecilia’s community service includes the founding member of the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation for which she serves as Board President. She is the author of "The Inspiring Life of Texan Hector P. Garcia" published in 2016.
Through her leadership, dedication, and vision, she continues to break barriers, uplift others, and make a lasting impact in the Coastal Bend and beyond.
Join us in celebrating her remarkable accomplishments and unwavering commitment to excellence!
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Parachuting For A Purpose
Dr. Hector P. Garcia's lifelong commitment to ensuring that veterans, especially those from marginalized communities, received the benefits they deserved makes this cause deeply meaningful. In his honor, this event will serve as a catalyst for change—helping a wounded veteran achieve homeownership while raising awareness for the ongoing needs of those who have served.
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Jay Sanchez published The Foundation continues to support students in Latest News 2025-03-20 18:05:22 -0500
The Foundation continues to support students
We are proud of our relationship with UTMB Galveston and contributing to the success of the many students the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation supports.
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2025 February Update
The Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation works hard to keep Dr. Hector's legacy alive. This means getting involved in numerous community activities. Here are a few of the highlights for February 2025. #BeLikeHector
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2025 January Update
The Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation works hard to keep Dr. Hector's legacy alive. This means getting involved in numerous community activities. Here are a few of the highlights for January 2025.
#BeLikeHector
Click for January 2025 Foundation Update
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Jay Sanchez published Big news for TAMUCC and the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Archives in Latest News 2025-01-29 11:28:43 -0600
Big news for TAMUCC and the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Archives
This photo with Dr. Kelly Miller, President and CEO of Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, and with Jim and me, represents the beginning of a new era for the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Collection. This will provide more public access, protection of his documents at the downtown building on Chaparral street. A 500 square foot space will reflect his legacy by duplicating his office, in this space, plus additional artifacts like his chair and typewriter. Additionally, his name featuring the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Collection will be permanently displayed on one side of the building, beneath Texas A&M University. The other side will host a marquee of events. We are so honored, excited that we are at this point in time, after planning for something of this magnitude for 10 years. Please join us in congratulating the Foundation, and Dr. Kelly Miller for her diligence in this project. Believe me, this was a tough resolution to achieve. More news to come later.
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2025 Legacy Celebration Sponsors
The 2025 Legacy Celebration honoring the life of Dr. Hector P. Garcia was a huge success thanks to our great sponsors! Thank you!
Click to view our wonderful sponsors
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2025 Legacy Celebration
The 2025 Legacy Celebration was a huge success! Hundreds of South Texans gathered to honor the life of Civil Rights Legend, Dr. Hector P. Garcia. Our heartfelt thanks to the many companies and organizations who came together in support of the Dr. Hector P. Garcia Memorial Foundation.
Thank you!
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Jay Sanchez published Great KRIS 6News Celebration Coverage in Latest News 2025-01-26 08:51:07 -0600
Great KRIS 6News Celebration Coverage
We are very grateful for the support of our media partners like KRIS TV.
Click to view KRIS TV News Coverage
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Jay Sanchez published KiiiTV Dr. Hector Celebration Coverage in Latest News 2025-01-26 08:45:23 -0600
KiiiTV News Dr. Hector Celebration Coverage
The Foundation appreciates the support and coverage of our wonderful local media. Thank you KiiiTV3 for all you do for our community.
Click to view the KiiiTV News Story
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Jay Sanchez published 2025 Legacy Luncheon Domingo Show Interview in Latest News 2025-01-15 10:17:40 -0600
2025 Legacy Luncheon Domingo Show Interview
Hosts of KIII TV's Domingo Show Barbi Leo and Rudy Trevino talk to Cecilia Garcia Akers and Jim Akers about The 2025 Legacy Luncheon on January 24th at the Omni Corpus Christi Hotel. We are very grateful to our media sponsors.
Click to view the Domingo interview
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