Thank you to you, our champions, for helping us be able to support several high school and collage students to successfully pursue a higher education. Here are some quotes the students shared with us this year about the impact of Love My Kids in their journey:

“Knowing that there are many individuals cheering us on serves as a powerful motivator to pursue my aspirations with great dedication. I am immensely grateful to all the champions who have offered their support, and I am committed to proving myself worthy of their help with my future endeavors.“ - Angelica P.

“This scholarship has literally made me rethink life and my ability to keep going my roads, knowing that there are people cheering me on, and in time, when I meet my goals, I will be able to give back to the foundation for future students to be able to make their dreams come true, just as mine have.” - Cristian H.

“Meeting on zoom with Love My Kids, however varied, has always left me with a warm sensation in my heart, hearing words of encouragement has helped me push through even on my days off. Knowing there is a group of people that are praying for me and believe in me has helped me in days where I feel maybe I don’t belong in some of the classes I am in.” - Eduardo S.

“When I doubted myself, this foundation never did and reminded me as to why I should not. What I am doing is not supposed to be easy but it’s my perseverance and effort that is going to help me. As a first- generation college student, I am so grateful to have a support system such as this one.” - Giselle R.

“…beyond the financial aid provided by the foundation, it is the emotional support and stability that truly propel me academically. My successes are intertwined with the foundation's support, and I find solace in knowing that there are individuals who celebrate my triumphs, validate my emotions, and assist me in navigating challenges. These experiences have driven me towards positive academic endeavors and significant decisions that have shaped my college life entirely.” - Kyla D.

The Love My Kids Board is honored that we can partner together to make a difference in the community and be able to give back to continue Tracy's legacy. We look forward to seeing all the great things to come in these students' future. 

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High School Student Quotes:

"I think a scholar is someone who tries their best, does not quit, is responsible, and leads by example. Receiving this scholarship will not only greatly help me financially, but it will also inspire my family as they root for me to graduate. The Tracy Otte Foundation will be a stepping stone that will propel me on my path to my dream college and give me the resources to achieve my professional goals." - Anahi D.

"...teachers play a very important role in a student’s life and I have been impacted by many of my teachers. From my early years to the present, often I try to help teachers where I can because they help me. Teachers' jobs involve lesson planning and accommodating not just one student's needs, but a classroom full of them."      - Jocelyn C. 

"Receiving this scholarship would mean that there is help out there, and it would mean that students still have a chance to succeed without having to worry about not being enough. This scholarship means that I can have the potential to change the future of our society by the aid that is given to me, this includes the motivation to keep moving forward until I meet my goal." - Cristian H

College Student Quotes:
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"The Love My Kids Foundation has been a true blessing in my life, not only by providing me with much-needed financial assistance but also by connecting me with individuals who have offered guidance and support as I navigate my career choices. At last year's gala, I was fortunate enough to meet one of the Foundation's champions who introduced me to her husband, an ex-police chief in Fontana." - Jason V.

"Life after high school has given me a newfound appreciation for the opportunities and privileges that I have been given. I am grateful for my education, my health, and the support of my friends and family. This gratitude has made me more compassionate towards others and has motivated me to give back to my community. "         - Evelyn A. 

"he community around this scholarship truly wants to see the recipients succeed and build a life for themselves. As a previous recipient, I can feel the love radiating from previous scholarship recipients to donors and Mr. Otte himself. It’s comforting to know that many people are rooting for a bunch of first generation college students like myself to make a name for themselves and be so willing to donate to such a worthy cause." - Melissa D. 

High School Student Quotes:
“I may not have all the advantages of the world, however, I know I do my best to use everyday to get to one day be one of those people. I know how bad I want to succeed and I know to get there I have to grow. I will climb every mountain which I face, but aside from embracing the fact that I've climbed even the tallest of mountains, I will be more impacted by the climb itself” -Evelyn A. 

“I plan to major in business, graduate from a four year university with the tools to grow my investment accounts and buy my family a house. I'm not scared that I'm forging a new path, different from those around me. I’m making plans and setting goals knowing that I’m directing myself towards a better future.” - Diego P.

“When I think about my career path, I am utterly inspired by my mom’s diagnosed brain tumor and my passion for helping others….I want to become someone who provides comfort and security to others when they face issues beyond their control….my career goal is to become a neuropsychiatrist to be of support to individuals who may not have it in their own lives”.” - Kimberly N. 

“...I've come across many people, even myself, that lacked extra support to persevere through obstacles. Providing that extra support mentally and emotionally is important to me as I am a passionate believer in prioritizing and improving one’s mental health…I am invested in wanting to pursue a career as a psychologist. I want to be someone that uplifts others' mindset and motivation to push forwards in reaching their goals. - America M. 

“I seek to provide help for those around me, and being able to afford college is something that will help me achieve this. The reason I focus on my community so much is because of the hardworking values that they have instilled in me from a young age…I hope to get others from communities like mine to realize the opportunities that are available with important values of hard work and a positive attitude. I hope to inspire others to look for opportunities to be successful and create these opportunities through their own talents” - Eduardo S. 

College Student Quotes: 
“The Love My Kids Scholarship has undoubtedly helped me financially, but the most important thing it has given me is hope... Love My Kids has given me hope for a better future through everyone’s endless support and prayers…the support I have received from Love My Kids has nurtured my motivation to push myself even more…Love My Kids has changed my life for the better. I am able to have the mental space to focus on my studies and I have never felt more fortunate than ever these past three years.” - Emily T.

“When I applied for this scholarship I did it in honor of Mrs. Otte and hoping that she is watching over her students…This was more than just a scholarship to me but it felt as if Mrs. Otte was giving me the acknowledgement that I would not give myself…I finally felt that I had someone proud of me and see the potential that I had…I have started being more confident in what I am capable of.” -Giselle R. 

“..this scholarship introduced me to the idea that we are the architects of our own life so we are always trying to make sure that we put the right pieces together to live this life fully… I regard this scholarship as an avenue to keep forging my education with a sense of resilience and determination despite the hurdles that undermined my efforts in high school.” - Bryan L. 

Thank you to you, our champions, for helping us be able to support several high school and college students be able to successfully pursue a higher education. Without you, we would not have been able to provide $45,000 in scholarship funds to 13 students. Here are some quotes that the students shared with us this year about their passions and about Love My Kids:

“This scholarship could be a sign of hope, that I can go to the school of my dreams...This will allow me to pursue the career I want, which is becoming a professional pastry chef and managing my own bakery one day.”
-Esmeralda O.

“One of my passions is being a mental health advocate due to the negative stigma that surrounds the issue and by becoming a psychologist I will be able to pursue my passion on a higher level. I believe that this scholarship will allow me to continue pursuing my goals...With hereditary mental health issues in my family I understand how difficult it can be to live a normal life. This has inspired me to work as a psychologist so I can help people such as my family.”
- Rivera G. 

“However, receiving a scholarship from Love My Kids has inspired me to continue thriving through the hardships I have encountered...The impact this scholarship has made in my life has been promising as I was given the opportunity to live out my dream as a college student. I have taken it as a strong sign to continue my education as a first-generation student despite the hardships I will endure along my path. I wholeheartedly believe this sign is a part of God’s plan that will always work out in the end.”
- Fatima Z.

“The Love My Kids Scholarship has made a tremendous difference in my life because it has given me the most invaluable opportunity-- my education. The scholarship is not just about being able to afford to go to school. It is about the chances I am given to deepen my knowledge and manifest my love for science and medicine...More than anything, the scholarship has given me a chance to better myself so that I may one day pass the same opportunity to someone else.”
- Emily T.

“This scholarship introduced me to the idea that hard work and sacrifice bring a reward, both financially and emotionally. Personally, I regard this scholarship as an agent to keep forging my education with proof of my resilience and determination despite the hurdles that undermined my efforts in high school or the health crisis we are currently living in...I am really thankful for your endless support in my academic journey this new transition from high school to college.”
- Bryan L.

The Love My Kids Board is honored that we can partner together to make a difference in the community and be able to give back to continue the legacy of Tracy. We look forward to seeing all the great things to come in these students' future.