Champion the Next Generation
of ELAC Scholars
Invest in ELAC Students. Invest in the Future.
At East Los Angeles College (ELAC), thousands of students work tirelessly to overcome barriers such as economic hardship, language inequities, and systemic disadvantages. These are scholars with grit, talent, and determination who only need opportunity to succeed.
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The Reyna Trujillo Endowment Scholarship exists to provide that opportunity. Founded by Reyna Trujillo, Adjunct Professor at ELAC and proud alumna, this scholarship uplifts ELAC students each Spring semester who are part of Student Success and Service Equity Programs.
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Who You’ll Be Supporting
These scholarships empower students from programs such as:
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Dream Resource Center (AB 540 / Undocumented Scholars)
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Umoja (African American/Black Scholars)
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LGBTQ+ Center (LGBTQIA+ Scholars)
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Education Justice Rising Scholars (Formerly Incarcerated)
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NextUP, Veterans Resource Center, DSP&S, EOPS, CalWorks, and more.
These are students determined to rise your support helps them break barriers, achieve dreams, and give back to the community in turn.
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Ways to Contribute
Make a recurring or one-time gift to directly support ELAC students. Your name or organization can be recognized as a sponsor in scholarship announcements and on our website.
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Corporate & Community Partnerships
Local businesses and organizations can partner with us to invest in workforce development, leadership, and community uplift. -
Alumni Giving Circle
​Join other ELAC alumni who are now in a position to give back. Together, your gifts create scholarships that transform lives.
Become A Sponsor
How to Give
By Mail:
Make checks payable to: East Los Angeles College Foundation
Memo line: “For The Reyna Trujillo – We Advocate for ELAC Scholars Scholarship.”
Mail to:
East Los Angeles College Foundation
1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez
Monterey Park, CA 91754
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Visit our website at ELAC Foundation
https://elacfoundation.com/the-reyna-valadez-we-champion-elac-scholars-scholarship/
Your generosity enables us to sustain our common mission.
Support the Cause
Donate
By electing to contribute to our cause, you become a part of a dedicated community committed to instigating genuine, meaningful transformations in the lives of those we assist. Your generosity and support are profoundly valued, as they propel our mission forward. Be assured that each donation will be thoughtfully allocated to propel initiatives, foster development, and secure a more promising future for our beneficiaries. Thank you for your impactful contribution!
Endowment
Your support for the "We Champion ELAC Scholars" scholarship transcends mere donation; it represents an investment in a future characterized by equity, offering opportunities to individuals disproportionately impacted by systemic obstacles. We express heartfelt gratitude for your generosity, as it profoundly influences the lives of our scholars, empowering them in their academic endeavors.
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Scholarship Recipients
"The We Champion ELAC Scholars has helped me financially achieve my educational and career goals. Because of this scholarship, I will continue to persist with higher education."
- Ashley
2nd year College Student
C.A.
"As I pursue my academic and career goals, remaining committed to my values and the communities I serve is important. This means staying informed about healthcare policies and initiatives that affect marginalized communities and advocating for policies that promote access to healthcare and improve health outcomes for all individuals."
R.M.
"I intend on being a role model for my community at East Los Angeles College and spreading it through our sister schools and advocate to open safe spaces to hold meetings and get feedback on how we can support each other and ensure that everyone is getting the services they need."
M.R.
"Giving back to the populations that I identify with most is very important to me. My ultimate goal is to become a lawyer and be able to provide services to those who need them most. I plan to one day be able to open up a program that serves young people of color who identify as LGBTQ+ people."
J.Z.
"Modern life relies a lot upon the innovations of construction, engineering, and architecture, and developments in these areas can make our lives more convenient, enjoyable, and colorful. Playing a role in one of these professional progression fields is incredibly important to me and making a true success I can put what I have learned in the academic community to the real practical vigorously developing world."
V.S.
"I have always had a yearning to aid the homeless population and one of my goals is to get involved in community medicine that specifically targets the homelessness issue in the Los Angeles area. Had it not been for ELAC and the programs I have been a part of, I do not think that I would have the confidence and knowledge to know that I can make a difference in the world, and I am very grateful I have had this opportunity."