SCHOLARSHIPS

“To whom much is given, much is required”. it is with great honor that legal advocate solutions rolls out the first set of scholarships to empower, encourage, facilitate, and support first-generation latin american immigrants and their children in furtherance of their educational pursuits.

As a first generation Mexican-American, Attorney Veronica Campos was inspired by her immigrant parents and their their relentless work ethic, perseverance, humility, generosity, and love of this country. Her father, a skilled auto mechanic, often worked side jobs in the evening and on weekends. Her mother returned to school, barely speaking english, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education to teach Spanish, then went on to earn a Master’s degree in educational administration. Their legacy instilled in their children that defeat is never an option. Triumph over adversity, even when you must take detours and jump many hurdles to reach your goals. Legal Advocate Solutions through this scholarship hopes to encourage, empower, facilitate, and inspire other first-generation immigrants and their children in pursuit of their American dream.

EL VINCULO (“THE LINK”) SCHOLARSHIPS: (2) $1,000.00 and (1) $500.00

First-generation immigrants and their their children face many challenges, not least of which are the stringent immigration standards and lack of financial aid for advanced education. Two (2) $1,000.00 and One (1) $500.00, El Vinculo scholarships, will be awarded towards the recipients’ undergraduate education.

SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY

  • Applicants applying for El Vinculo scholarship must be enrolled in an accredited community college or undergraduate program.

  • Minimum GPA of 2.75

  • Applicant must be of Latin American descent.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

To be considered for this scholarship, candidates must submit the following :

  • Current resume with contact and education information.

  • Official or unofficial transcripts demonstrating a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. (Senior year GPA will be considered if applicant has not yet completed a full semester of college courses.

  • Two (2) letters of recommendation.

  • 1,000-1,250 word essay describing what your experience has been as a first-generation, or child of first-generation, Latin American immigrant and what legacy you hope your own accomplishments will leave to future generations of immigrants.

  • All documents must be submitted in PDF format, to: scholarship@las-lawfirm.com.

SCHOLARSHIP DATES AND DEADLINE

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BEGINNING MARCH 1, 2022
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS IS April 30, 2022.
WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON MAY 31, 2022.