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Victoria’s Journey
A Future Full of Promise
Victoria’s journey is a powerful example of resilience, determination, and leadership. This fall, she will begin an exciting new chapter at UC Santa Barbara after earning acceptance to multiple universities.
Throughout high school, Victoria excelled academically while serving in ASB, leading as President of a club on campus, and advocating for students through her school district by sharing her lived experience.
When Victoria first connected with Project Hope Alliance, she was living in her aunt’s garage with only a bed and a dresser and very little privacy. To help create a space where she could feel safe and focused, we provided privacy panels, giving her a greater sense of comfort and stability during a challenging time.
Project Hope Alliance also helped ensure Victoria could experience the milestones that make high school memorable. Through our support, she was able to attend her senior prom and Grad Nite, opportunities she may not otherwise have had. These experiences allowed her to celebrate alongside her peers and create lasting memories.
As Victoria prepares for college, her hard work and dedication continue to be recognized. She was awarded the prestigious Heid Scholarship, which will provide $20,000 toward her college education and help support her bright future.
We are incredibly proud of all Victoria has accomplished and honored to have been part of her journey!
“The students we recognize through this scholarship remind us that potential is not defined by circumstance. Despite significant challenges, they have shown perseverance, courage, and an unwavering commitment to their future. I believe our Foundation’s values align with those held by PHA, and our commitment to the youth at Santa Ana High School is rooted in the belief that when talented young people are given support and opportunity, they can accomplish extraordinary things.”
Aubree Boul
Heid Scholarship Foundation
Her Path
to Possibility
The power of support and hope
Kimberly was in seventh grade when she first met her Project Hope Alliance case manager. She and her family of 8 were doubled up in a small apartment and she needed support. Project Hope Alliance first provided basic needs resources like food, clothing, and gift cards to help stretch the family’s budget. When Kimberly couldn’t get to school, she looked to PHA to support with transportation.
As the years went on, her stability grew, and so did her hope for a better life. When she got to high school, Kimberly became interested in college. Taking care of her younger siblings, she grew to love being around children and wanted to help kids become who they were meant to be. She turned to PHA for guidance to help make her dreams a reality. Once she graduated from high school, she enrolled at a local community college and found a job as a teacher’s assistant. This past June, Kimberly graduated with her associate’s degree. Now, with her associate’s degree in hand and a dorm room waiting, Kimberly is eagerly preparing for her first semester at university.
Eight years ago, Kimberly gave PHA the privilege of journeying alongside her, removing barriers caused by homelessness so she could focus on her goals and her well-being. Kimberly is resilient, compassionate, and hardworking – never letting her circumstances define her. We are so proud of Kimberly and know she will accomplish all her goals.