Thursday, August 28, 2025

UMOS Canceled The Annual September Mexican Independence Parade And Festival 2025 In Milwaukee Due To Projected Federal Funding Constraints

UMOS canceled their annual Mexican Independence Parade And Festival for September 2025 citing federal funding constraints (restrictions).

By H. Nelson Goodson 
Hispanic News Network U.S.A.

August 28, 2025

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - on Thursday, the United Migrant Opportunity Services, Inc. (UMOS) announced in their Facebook account that it has made the difficult decision to pause the Mexican Independence Day Parade & Festival for 2025. UMOS says, that their non-profit organization is experiencing a challenging landscape for nonprofits, particularly considering current and anticipated federal funding constraints tied to the broader political climate, pausing this event will allow us to focus short-term resources where our impact on individuals, families, and communities is most needed. We want to assure you that we remain committed to reimagining future events and continuing meaningful gatherings that celebrate and empower our diverse community.

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