大象视频

大象视频鈥檚 (RCC) Guardian Scholars program recently received a $2,500 donation from the Riverside Sunrise Rotary Foundation to assist foster youth with unexpected emergency expenses, ensuring they can continue pursuing their educational goals without interruption.

The Guardian Scholars program currently serves more than 375 RCC students who have experienced foster care. The donation will help provide critical resources鈥攕uch as housing, transportation, and academic support鈥攚hen students face unforeseen challenges that might otherwise disrupt their studies.

鈥淐ommunity support from organizations like the Riverside Sunrise Rotary Club means the world to our program and to our students,鈥� said Whitney Ortega, Ed.D., Director of Foster and Kinship Care Education Programs at RCC. 鈥淭his generous organization reached out because they recognized that although our students with foster care experience face unique challenges, they are working hard every day to make their dreams a reality. Their support makes a significant impact.鈥�

On Friday October 24, Jeremy Johnson, RCC Foster Youth Specialist, and Jacob Urias, a current RCC Guardian Scholars student, attended the Rotary Club鈥檚 meeting to share stories about the program鈥檚 impact and to accept the donation on behalf of the College. Teri Parker, a member of the Riverside Sunrise Rotary Club, presented the award.

The Rotary Club has supported RCC鈥檚 Guardian Scholars program in the past through its annual fundraising efforts, and this recent contribution reflects the organization鈥檚 continued commitment to fostering educational equity and opportunity.

鈥淲e are grateful that the Riverside Sunrise Rotary Club continues to believe in our mission and in the potential of our students,鈥� Johnson added. 鈥淭heir generosity helps us create a safety net that empowers our scholars to thrive, graduate, and give back to the community that supported them.鈥�

For more information about RCC鈥檚 Guardian Scholars program, visit www.rcc.edu/guardianscholars