OUR STORIES

Alejandro graduated from Chinquapin Preparatory School in May 2016 and is currently attending St. Edwards University to study Political Science. He has always been interested in the non-profit sector of the work force and making people’s lives even just a little better. When he volunteers, he feels as though he's making a lasting impact on the community; doing his part to truly make a difference.

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Burabari graduated from Elsik High School in May 2011 and will graduate in December of 2016 from Texas A&M University Kingsville with a degree in Natural Gas Engineering.  With her beautiful smile and endless positivity, Burabari has served as an inspiration to many of our scholars.

We are thrilled that we provided her with the opportunity to meet Madam Dr. Bongi Ngema-Zuma, first lady of South Africa, and LLSF supporter and philanthropist, Eileen Lawal.

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More recently, Barabari joined us at our 25th Anniversary Gala where she shared her incredibly inspiring story!

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David graduated from Jesse Jackson Academy Charter School in May 2008 and received both his Bachelor's in Communication and his Master's in Counseling and Guidance Services from Prairie View A&M University. He is currently working as a Communication Specialist in New York city. 

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"I’ve spent many nights sleepless and crying, and was suicidal for a few of them. But I pushed through. I applied for the Linda Lorelle Scholarship Fund, which required me to write an essay about the obstacles I had overcome in my life. I had too many to choose from. That scholarship alone not only saved my life, but also changed my perspective on life." -2015 Fostering the Future Blog, David Daniels.

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Russell graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in May 2003 and received both his Bachelor's and his Master's in Environmental Science from Drexel University. He is currently working as a Senior Environmental Engineer at TPC Group. 

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