The Hispanic College Fund is honored to work with some of the top organizations committed to the education and professional development of Hispanic youth. Giving underserved Hispanic students the opportunity not only impacts them as individuals, but also their families, communities, and our nation. Thousands of students nationwide would not be able to succeed without the continuous generosity of these sponsors. Thank you!
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
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
Thank you for believing in me. The Hispanic Youth Symposium program really helped me realize that I need to go to college and become someone in life and help my community. I just want to say I'm really thankful I got this great opportunity to be a part of this great program.
- Los Angeles Hispanic Youth Institute Participant
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
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
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
I want to go to college to make something out of myself, and to see every option of careers and majors. I want to go because I expect it of myself, and to make a difference in the small life I have, and to say I have an education. I want to express my creativity and gain a perspective of who I am.
- Central Valley Hispanic Youth Institute Participant
