Jorge Munoz

Jorge Munoz is a Colombian immigrant who has distributed over 120,000 home-cooked meals to out-of-work New Yorkers.

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Profession :

Entrepreneur

Birthday :

March 23, 1964

Star Sign :

Aries

Age :

61

Birthplace :

Palmira, Colombia

Jorge Munoz, a Colombian-born entrepreneur, is well-known for his philanthropic work in Queens, New York, through his program “An Angel in Queens.” In this program, he cooks and delivers hot meals to those in need, earning him the nickname “The Angel of Queens” and recognition as a CNN Hero. Munoz has also been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize and received the 2010 Presidential Citizens Medal from President Barack Obama. Despite facing challenges such as theft and relying on donations, Munoz remains dedicated to his mission of feeding the hungry in his community. As a Colombian immigrant, he has provided over 120,000 home-cooked meals to unemployed New Yorkers in the past five years.