VAMOS Unidos

We are sad to inform folks that a street vendor, Faustino, of the VAMOS Unidos family was murdered as he prepared to work in his spot in the Bronx. Faustino was a beloved member of the vending community, a gentle man that supported his disabled child in Mexico by selling fruits and vegetables. We will be asking for donations and holding a vigil for Faustino in the coming days.

Lamentamos informar que un vendedor de la familia de VAMOS Unidos fue asesinado mientras se preparaba para vender sus frutas y vegetales aquí en el Bronx. Faustino ayudaba a su familia en Mexico, especialmente su hijo que era desabilitado. Estaremos tomando donaciones para su familia y haremos una vigila en los próximo días para recordar a nuestro compañero Faustino.

En solidaridad,
Rafael Samanez
Executive Director

VAMOS UNIDOS, a signator, presente at rally to support the development of the Kingsbridge Armory. We were able to secure the largest community benefits agreement to date, hundreds of jobs in the building and maintenance of the Armory for residents of the Bronx, 50,000 square feet for community and millions to develop and maintain. Vendors have been part of this process to ensure their inclusion and to maintain community control.
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