Open Forum

Support scholarships for Longmont youth

Receiving a scholarship for post secondary education can change a life. We know, because there are several scholarship recipients in Longmont that are making a difference for our community. This is true for those students who went on to college and those that went on to create a career in a range of areas, including plumbers, electricians, cosmetology, etc. Some would not have gone on to post secondary education without that scholarship. For many, it helps makes it financially possible or reduces their post graduation debt. Receiving a scholarship from a local organization can also instill confidence.

At our 2023 dinner, it was inspiring to see students receive their scholarship and then to hear what they said at the end of the ceremony. Community scholarships are truly an excellent investment. Businesses often need employees with post secondary education, whether it’s from college or trade schools. Also important is that students who complete their secondary education will have better paying jobs and will be able to better support their families.

Longmont Latinx Voices was formed to help youths in our community. Scholarships is just one of the ways we will be helping our students, but an extremely important way. In 2023 during our first scholarship dinner, we awarded seven scholarships named in honor of community activists. The Longmont Latinx Voices 2024 scholarship dinner will take place on the evening of May 11 at the Moose Lodge in Longmont. You can help by making students aware of the scholarship by attending the dinner or getting to know LLV. Contact our founder, Vic Vela, to learn how to purchase tickets at 303-587-3495. To purchase tickets to this year’s scholarship dinner or donate go to tinyurl.com/llvdinner2024 or call Vic Vela, at 303 587-3496.