Luchona Scholarship

Luchona Scholarship's Fundraiser

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#Luchona - She who strives and does everything possible to achieve her goals.

Earlier this year, for the first time, Shay and I had the privilege of awarding the scholarship we created in honor of my Mom, the Luchona Scholarship.

In partnership with HDF, we selected a young lady named Amsi. This young lady is the definition of Luchona. As the oldest of four, Amsi strives to make her parents proud and set an example for her younger sisters.

I cannot describe how fulfilling presenting this award was for us. As we shared the news with Amsi, I don’t think it had registered just yet. She looked at me and asked “So I got the scholarship?” As I responded yes, she began to cry.

In that moment, I know exactly how she felt. As kids born in a different country, brought here to pursue the American Dream, we aim to make our parents proud. We don’t want to put added financial pressure on them so we do everything we can to get ahead. We feel so small sometimes because we live in a country where all things are stacked against us yet we aim high and get the good grades and apply for the scholarships and colleges because ultimately there can be a better life.

I’m #grateful to be in a position to be able to give back. I’m grateful my mom did what she did for me. Because of that choice my daughter now has the life she has.

With this scholarship I hope, like me, we can help scholars find success and together we can continue to elevate future generations.


-Liz