For years, the Cheetos Deja tu Huella (“Leave Your Mark”) campaign has recognized inspiring people across the country who are making a positive impact in the Hispanic community. Now, that legacy continues as Cheetos kicks off the fifth evolution of the program and embarks on a search for the next Deja tu Huella Ambassador.
The Deja tu Huella Ambassador program is comprised of passionate individuals who are pursuing their dreams and leveraging their talents in fields like art, education, music, STEM, and more, to pave a better future for their community.
This year’s ambassador, who will be announced by a soon-to-be-revealed Latin superstar, will receive $25,000 to put toward their initiative that’s leaving an indelible mark on the Hispanic community. They will also have the opportunity to join Cheetos at the 2024 Billboard Latin Music Week and the Cheetos Community College Tour, which will help bring even more visibility to their platform and community impact.
To celebrate the return of the program and fuel the search for the next ambassador, Cheetos is bringing back a fan-favorite flavor for a limited time – Cheetos Salsa con Queso. Inspired by the classic salsa dish, Cheetos Salsa con Queso is equal parts cheesy, spicy, and savory with tangy tomato, earthy chiles, a hint of lime, and rich cheddar cheese. Packing a punch from start to finish, the limited-edition flavor is available on store shelves nationwide now for $5.89.
Starting June 17, fans can scan the on-pack QR code found on the specially designed Cheetos Salsa con Queso packaging to apply for a chance to be the next Deja tu Huella Ambassador.
Since the program’s inception, Cheetos has recognized 20 Deja tu Huella Ambassadors who are doing incredible things in their respective fields to inspire and positively impact others. They have each used the funding and support from the Deja tu Huella program to continue growing their initiatives. This year’s ambassador will join this network of inspiring people, which includes:
- Roberto “Bobby” Alvarado, a Las Vegas-based artist and muralist joined the Cheetos Deja tu Huella network for leaving his mark in a unique, creative, and fun way – painting vibrant murals for local Latino-owned businesses.
- Brizzo Torres is a Brooklyn-based singer, actor, and founder of The Good Good Collective, an organization offering underrepresented youth tuition-free arts education. With Cheetos’ support, she has grown its impact in NYC, San Antonio, and Tulum, Mexico.
- Jay Flores is a STEM Advocate and Ninja Warrior who, with Cheetos’ support in 2022, was able to launch an interactive STEM performance live tour – “It’s Not Magic, It’s Science!” – in Houston, Dallas, and Puerto Rico.
- Valerie Gomez is the founder of Latina Grad Guide, a social impact venture and online community that supports Latinas in higher education through workshops, events, informational digital campaigns, and funding opportunities.
