The Foundation receives thousands of applications from low income mothers who are pursuing post-secondary education at all levels. We are pleased to announce the 2024 AWARDEES:
CALLIE CARGILL - Orange Coast College, AA-T in Psychology - Callie is completing her associate's in psychology and plans to transfer to a bachelor's program in criminology, law, and society. She is working toward a career path that engages her interests in forensics, psychology, and law.
ROBYN IRON - University of Montana, BA in Journalism - Robyn is an advanced undergraduate journalism major working toward becoming a national reporter of Indigenous issues from an Indigenous viewpoint. She hopes to bring Indigenous representation into mainstream media to counter long-standing erasure and stereotyping of Indigenous concerns and voices.
SUSANNAH LANTER - Sonoma State University, BA in Psychology and Art - Susannah is double-majoring in psychology and art, with an emphasis on the intersection of mental health and art. She aspires to create an art therapy program that is individually tailored for youth in group or institutional settings such as juvenile halls, foster homes, and mental hospitals.
CRISTINA MENDOZA - California State University, Chico, BS in Geology - Cristina is in her final year of studies for a Bachelor of Science in Geology. She plans to pursue a master's degree in hydrogeology, in preparation for a career working on groundwater issues, including access to clean water resources, sustainable water management, and groundwater-related subsidence impact on communities.
CRYSTAL ORDONEZ - University of California, Irvine, BA in Sociology - Crystal recently transferred to UC-Irvine, where she will continue her studies in sociology. Her goal is to work with autistic children in behavioral therapy, especially children in low income, underrepresented communities. She also is involved in ongoing support and mentoring work with teen moms who seek resources and guidance in their journeys.
