"By awarding me the VAMOS scholarship, I am able to concentrate on what is important to me, education. I hope one day I will be able to help other students achieve their goal just as you have helped me."

- Alejandro

"VAMOS and sponsors that contribute donations and support, thank you for believing in us. Your contribution has made a difference in my life."

- Karla

"My experiences with my family and their financial difficulties have taught me that a college degree is important to have because with it so many doors are opened."

- Stacey Ramirez, University of Texas at Austin, Edinburg Graduate

"I am a Criminal Justice major with a specialization in Chicano Latinos Studies, and I plan to attend Law School. Your generosity has allowed me to be one step closer to my goal and has inspired me to help others by giving back to the community."

- Alejandra

"I was blessed with the opportunity to study at Texas A&M University which wouldn't have been possible without the support of the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships."

- Karla

"Being a VAMOS Scholar really helped me accomplish my goal of going to dental school."

- Lauro