Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Latino gets $2m donation from PepsiCo
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Esperanza Teasdale, vice president and general manager of PepsiCo Beverages North America's Hispanic Business Unit, expressed pride in PepsiCo's support for NMAL, highlighting the importance of recognizing US Latinos' contributions.
Antonio Escalona, senior vice president of emerging business for PepsiCo Foods North America, shared a personal connection to the museum's mission, emphasizing its role in elevating the stories of US Latinos as part of the American narrative.
Jorge Zamanillo, inaugural director of NMAL, articulated gratitude for PepsiCo’s donation, noting that the $2m gift marks a significant step in planning for an innovative museum dedicated to Latino history.
The NMAL, established by Congress in 2020, aims to honor and present the rich history and experiences of US Latinos, with plans to build a new facility on or near the National Mall.
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