09/18/2026
🌟 Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Monica Marie Garcia 🎨
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the YWCA Corpus Christi is proud to spotlight Monica Marie Garcia, an award-winning muralist and artist born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas.
“I have been painting for over 20 years and teaching for 16 years — literally painting the city! From murals and windows to painting classes and face painting, the community I live in is my canvas. I love being able to share my passion for color and art with my city.
My heritage is incredibly important to me. I am proud of the culture, traditions, and values my family has carried on and taught me, and I hope to continue passing them on to future generations — not only within my own family, but throughout my community.
I embrace my role as a leader and the opportunity to share my experiences and talents with people of all ages, from children to senior citizens. It’s how I connect with my community, give back, and show my love. Art and community are truly my love language.”
🧡 This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate Monica for using her art, heritage, and leadership to inspire others and strengthen our community. Her commitment to sharing her culture and empowering future generations reflects the YWCA’s mission of empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
We are proud to celebrate Monica and the beautiful mark she continues to make on Corpus Christi — one canvas, one wall, and one generation at a time. 🎨✨