KENNETT SQUARE - La Comunidad Hispana has been commended for fine service to community.

La Comunidad Hispana has been awarded $123,320 by the United Way of Southern Chester County for 2013/2014.

“I want to commend your agency on the fine work it does throughout the year in addressing the human service and health needs of our southern Chester County community,” the United Way awards letter stated.

The allocation designated $85,000 for LCH community services and $38,320 for the organization’s health center.

La Comunidad Hispana was established in 1973 as a community-based nonprofit organization to empower immigrants and low-income residents in Chester County to stay healthy, build strong families and lead productive, fulfilling lives. LCH is a culturally competent, bilingual, bicultural agency that reflects the community it serves. For more information, go to www.lacomunidadhispana.org or call 610-444-7550, ext. 242.