Siembra Latinos Fund

Alfred Diaz-Infante Award

OVERVIEW

The Alfred Diaz-Infante Award honors the spirit of Alfred Diaz-Infante, a community leader and nonprofit executive who created partnerships to elevate the Latino community in Monterey County. The award was created by the Siembra Latinos Fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County (CFMC) in 2023 in partnership with Alfred’s family. “Siembra” means “to sow” and Alfred sowed seeds of goodwill and progress along his path, leaving this community better than he found it. This annual award honors Alfred’s work and legacy by recognizing individuals who work in a collaborative way to make positive change for the Latino community.

ELIGIBILITY

Someone whose work and approach align with the values of the Siembra Latinos Fund and the CFMC.

AWARD CRITERIA

To be considered for the award, candidates must:

Use their position and influence in the community to advance positive change for Monterey County Latinos.
Have a demonstrated commitment to one or more of these areas:
1. Equitable Opportunities
2. Civic Engagement
3. Collaboration
4. Housing
5. Education
6. Farmworker Community
7. Environmental Justice
8. Mentoring
9. Other (e.g. volunteering)
Exhibit character and values that reflect Alfred’s including: humility, generosity, thoughtfulness, kindness, inclusivity, strength and tireless efforts to create an equitable community.

2026 NOMINATION FORM

TIMELINE

Alfred Diaz-Infante Award

Award nominations open Monday, April 6, 2026
Nominations will close on Friday, June 5, 2026
The Award Recipient will be announced – date TBD
The Award will be presented at the 9th Annual Siembra Latinos Celebration on September 12, 2026 (more details to come)

* Dates are subject to change and will be updated accordingly.