2009 Sponsors

Platinum

ALPFA
Jose Angel Manaiza
"Above all else, I want to thank ALPFA from the bottom of my heart for its influence in my success at UCLA, for helping me and other low-income students achieve their dreams and aspirations in the U.S."

Jose Angel Manaiza
ALPFA Scholar


CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Nick Cabrejos
"The most important thing that I learned at the symposium was to never give up on your goals and strive to achieve in life, no matter what people may say."

Nick Cabrejos
Greater Washington Hispanic Youth Institute Participant


Ernst & Young
Carlos Leyva
"I am striving towards a bachelor's in Business/Accounting and hope to become a CPA that can help all people, rich or poor, and regardless of their heritage. I want to thank Ernst & Young for their generosity and helping me succeed in life."

Carlos Leyva
Ernst & Young Scholar


Ford Motor Company
Dainelys Linares
"This scholarship has made such an impact in my life, not just financially but emotionally as well. I have realized that hard work pays off and I can accomplish anything I set my mind to. Thank you Ford Motor Company for your generosity."

Dainelys Linares
Ford Motor Company Fund Scholar


Google
Marlies Santos Deas
"I cannot put into words how grateful I am to have been awarded the Google scholarship. This scholarship represents an extremely helpful contribution to my education because it will allow me to focus on school without worrying so much about how I'm going to pay for my classes."

Marlies Santos Deas
Google Scholar


Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc.
Erica Garcia
"My family and I were left speechless when we heard news that I was a recipient of the College to Caring scholarship, and words can not express how grateful I am. Thank you Kaiser for giving me this opportunity, and the chance to make an impact in nursing within the Hispanic community."

Erica Garcia
Kaiser Permanente College to Caring Scholarship Program Scholar


Lockheed Martin
Juan Larios
"Being the first in my family to attend a four-year university places a great responsibility on me. Since I was given this wonderful opportunity, I now have the responsibility to work hard, graduate, and become a professional citizen that will positively contribute to his community. Lockheed Martin's charitable spirit will greatly alleviate the high expenses of my education."

Juan Larios
Lockheed Martin Scholar


MasterCard Worldwide
Ana Rosa Valencia
"My family and I are forever grateful for this award. It is not only of great financial help, but another motivation for me to further my education and strive for success. Please continue to do this work, for you are not only changing one person's life, but an entire community as well."

Ana Rosa Valencia
MasterCard Worldwide Scholar


MVM, Inc.
John D. Rios
"Thank you MVM and the Hispanic College Fund, for all your support! As a senior in college I look back and think, 'Wow, there are so many great people and businesses willing to help young Latinos like me.' Your investment is much appreciated, and will continue to make America a country that values education. Gracias!"

John D. Rios
HYS Alumnus, HCF Scholar, and HCF intern.


National Nuclear Security Administration
Ruben Diaz
"At the symposium, I learned that there are many Hispanics that are successful in the real world, and their life stories were very similar to my own. I was surprised at how much I learned about opportunities for college and careers."

Ruben Diaz
New Mexico Hispanic Youth Institute Participant


Sallie Mae
Alan Martinez
"This scholarship will grant me the resources to accomplish my goals and I will take full advantage to evolve into a leader who will serve to create a better society. One day I hope to join an organization like Sallie Mae in order to bless many individuals with help."

Alan Martinez
The Sallie Mae Fund Scholar


Southern Methodist University
Alan Martinez
"The most important thing I learned at this symposium is to believe in myself and to not let anything or anyone bring me down. I learned that I too can become a Hispanic Hero and later in my life comes to these symposia and tell my story."

Alejandra Govea
Dallas Hispanic Youth Institute Participant


Sodexo Foundation, Inc.
Annery Pulgar
"My mother and I cannot thank Sodexo and its great people enough for this scholarship that has taken me a step closer to my dreams. What Sodexo and the Hispanic College Fund do for students is unforgettable and one day I'll be able to give back to my community and help many fulfill their dreams."

Annery Pulgar
Sodexo Scholar


Verizon Communications
Heidy Medina
"I set my mind on my dream school, the University of Pennsylvania, and it was more than rewarding to see those long nights of studying pay off. But an education in this country is highly expensive, and as long as I live I'll forever be grateful to the Verizon Foundation for being the sponsor of my scholarship. I fought to get my dream and Verizon is helping me execute it."

Heidy Medina
Verizon Foundation Scholar


Diamond

Bank of America Denny's General Dynamics Corporation The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation Nancy and Jorge Kfoury Fund The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation United Health Foundation

Gold

American Honda Foundation AT&T Foundation Burlington Northern Santa Fe Foundation Computer Packages, Inc. Holguin, Fahan & Assoc, Inc. Marriott International, Inc. PepsiCo Inc. The San Francisco Foundation Washington DC Mayor's Office on Latino Affairs

Silver

Applied Research Associates, Inc. Aramark Bechtel Group Foundation Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. Building Hope Carnival Cruise Lines Centech Group Clark Construction Group Computer Sciences Corporation Constellation Energy Group Daniels Fund Delta Dental DEVAL Disney Dominion Dow Corning Estée Lauder Employees Community Fund of Boeing California Fannie Mae Giant Grifols Biologicals Ingram-White Castle Fund Kodak LifePoint Hospitals, Inc. Lockheed Martin me encanta The NEA Foundation NJVC El Monterey Mexican Food and Mexican Recipes Ruiz 4 Kids Office Depot Foundation Pacific Gas & Electric Company PNC Sandia National Laboratories SCA Americas SIOR State Farm TD Bank Tower Companies Union Bank of California United States Department of Agriculture United States Department of the Treasury Washington Post Company Wells Fargo Winmar Construction Zeta Associates

Bronze


Individuals

  • Dr. Tommy Augustsson
  • William Brevoort
  • Richard Careaga
  • Jovita Carranza
  • Carl A. Castelda
  • John and Jan Cope
  • Carlos Esparza
  • Susan Esparza
  • Janet Farrell
  • Emilio Fernandez
  • Nadine Gary
  • Debbie Garcia
  • Pedro Guerrero
  • Ileana Hernandez
  • Wilfredo Hernandez Ttee
  • Marilyn Kawamura
  • Jorge and Nancy Kfoury
  • Amanda Krot
  • Dario Marquez
  • Manuel Mora
  • Elizabeth Oliver-Farrow
  • Walter Nagel
  • Howard R. Norton III
  • Michael Pham
  • Joseph A. Petrone
  • Tom and Fedele Regan
  • Reyes Family Trust
  • Valeria Rico
  • Samuel G. Rose
  • Diego Sanchez-Elia
  • Gil Shiva
  • Jane Slater
  • Amy and David Smith
  • William and Susan Soza
  • Todd Steinberg