Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships - VAMOS

56 Students Receive $850K at the 28th Annual VAMOS Scholarship Banquet 56 Students Receive $850K at the 28th Annual VAMOS Scholarship Banquet

Jacob Dominguez with Lone Star National Bank spoke about financial literacy to VAMOS Scholars, Class of 2024, at New Student Orientation. Thank you, Jacob and Lone Star National Bank, for your continued support.

Since its inception in 1996, the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships (VAMOS) has been a beacon of hope for students and families across the Rio Grande Valley, providing students with the financial assistance needed to access higher education opportunities that might otherwise be out of reach. VAMOS was founded by local business and civic leaders with a noble vision of breaking down barriers to higher education for students from low socioeconomic backgrounds. VAMOS has evolved into a transformative force, empowering high school graduating seniors to pursue their dreams and build a brighter future.

Through various programs and initiatives, VAMOS provides students the tools, resources, and support they need to succeed academically and beyond. The program's mission revolves around the belief that education is the key to unlocking potential and breaking the cycle of poverty.

Through continued community support, VAMOS awards 4-year renewable scholarships to high school graduating seniors who demonstrate academic merit, leadership potential, and financial need and has awarded over $25 million in scholarships to over 1,200 students, enabling them to attend universities locally, across Texas, and some out of state.

For more information about the VAMOS Scholarship Program and how you can get involved, please visit vamoscholars.org, email Mary de Leon at [email protected], or call (956) 800-4085.

VAMOS Changes Lives!

Lone Star National Bank

Rally Credit Union, sponsor of the 28th Annual VAMOS Scholarship Banquet.

Thank you for your unwavering support of VAMOS. Your commitment to supporting educational opportunities for students in the Rio Grande Valley is truly appreciated. We are grateful for your support and for believing in our students' potential. Your generosity and community spirit are making a significant difference in the lives of VAMOS Scholars and opening doors to unlimited opportunities.

VAMOS was founded by local business and civic leaders in 1996 in response to the dire need to improve educational opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley. Over the years, VAMOS has awarded over $25 million in 4-year renewable scholarships to over 1,200 students. This remarkable achievement has brought life-changing opportunities to students, families, and communities across the Rio Grande Valley.

For more information about the VAMOS Scholarship Program and how you may get involved, please visit vamoscholars.org or contact Mary de Leon via email at [email protected] or call (956) 800-4085.

VAMOS Changes Lives!

H-E-B, sponsor of the 28th Annual VAMOS Scholarship Banquet.

Thank you for your unwavering support of VAMOS. Your commitment to supporting educational opportunities for students in the Rio Grande Valley is truly appreciated. We are grateful for your support and for believing in our students' potential. Your generosity and community spirit are making a significant difference in the lives of VAMOS Scholars and opening doors to unlimited opportunities.

VAMOS was founded by local business and civic leaders in 1996 in response to the dire need to improve educational opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley. Over the years, VAMOS has awarded over $25 million in 4-year renewable scholarships to over 1,200 students. This remarkable achievement has brought life-changing opportunities to students, families, and communities across the Rio Grande Valley.

For more information about the VAMOS Scholarship Program and how you may get involved, please visit vamoscholars.org or contact Mary de Leon via email at [email protected] or call (956) 800-4085.

VAMOS Changes Lives!

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DHR Health, sponsor of the 28th Annual VAMOS Scholarship Banquet.

Thank you for your unwavering support of VAMOS. Your commitment to supporting educational opportunities for students in the Rio Grande Valley is truly appreciated. We are grateful for your partnership and for believing in our students' potential. Your generosity and community spirit are making a significant difference in the lives of VAMOS Scholars and opening doors to unlimited opportunities.

VAMOS was founded by local business and civic leaders in 1996 in response to the dire need to improve educational opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley. Over the years, VAMOS has awarded over $25 million in 4-year renewable scholarships to over 1,200 students. This remarkable achievement has brought life-changing opportunities to students, families, and communities across the Rio Grande Valley.

For more information about the VAMOS Scholarship Program and how you may get involved, please visit vamosscholars.org or contact Mary de Leon at [email protected] or call (956) 800-4085.

VAMOS Changes Lives!

Chick-fil-A Rio Grande Valley, presenting sponsor for the 28th Annual VAMOS Scholarship Banquet.

Thank you Chick-fil-A Rio Grande Valley for your $20,000 donation and for the food, pastries, mini mascots, and gift cards provided at the scholarship banquet this week. Your $20,000 contribution will directly fund 4-year renewable scholarships to help scholars achieve their academic goals, change the course of their lives, and open new opportunities that were once unthinkable.

VAMOS was founded by local business and civic leaders in 1996 in response to the dire need to improve educational opportunities in the Rio Grande Valley. Over the years, VAMOS has awarded over $25 million in 4-year renewable scholarships to over 1,200 students. This remarkable achievement has brought life-changing opportunities to students, families, and communities across the Rio Grande Valley.

For more information about the VAMOS Scholarship Program and how you may get involved, please visit vamosscholars.org or contact Mary de Leon at [email protected] or call (956) 800-4085.

VAMOS Changes Lives!

Congratulations to all our VAMOS Scholars who walked across the commencement stage this month. Thank you sponsors and donors for contributing to the success of our Scholars - for helping them reach this new milestone.

VAMOS Scholars, as you embark on the next chapter of your life, remember all the hard work, dedication, and perseverance that brought you to this point. Your commitment to your studies and personal growth has paid off, and you will continue to thrive and accomplish great things.

Your graduation marks the beginning of an exciting new journey filled with endless opportunities and possibilities. It is a time to celebrate your accomplishments, reflect on your success, and set new goals for the future. We are confident that you have the skills, knowledge, and passion to pursue your dreams and will positively impact the world. Remember to stay focused, stay curious, and never stop learning.

Once again, congratulations on your graduation. We wish you all the best as you begin this new and exciting chapter in your life!

For more information about VAMOS Scholars visit vamosscholars.org.


DHR Health

Congratulations to all our VAMOS Scholars who will be walking across the commencement stage this week and in the weeks ahead.

We're excited to see all our graduates wear their VAMOS stoles as they make their passage into the next chapter of life.

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🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that VAMOS was awarded the Teach for America Institutional Catalyst Award yesterday evening! 🏆 This prestigious award was accepted by Dr Jose Cruz, VAMOS Alumni, Class of 2001. This recognition celebrates our commitment to breaking down barriers to higher education and creating pathways for students to achieve their academic dreams. 💪✨ We are honored to receive this award and grateful for the support of our sponsors, donors, mentors, supporters, volunteers, and partners who make our work possible. 🙏We are especially grateful to our founders, a group of local business and civic leaders who had the vision and passion for change and the belief in the transformative power of education. Thank you, Teach for America, for this incredible honor! Together, we will continue to create opportunities for educational equity and empower students to achieve their dreams.🌟 🎓🌟
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The VAMOS Journey of Education, Philanthropy, and the Luxury of Lexus This story began with an ordinary act—a simple raffle ticket purchase by José Luis Silva. Yet, what unfolded was anything but ordinary. It was how, sometimes, the stars align to reward the hopeful with more than just good fortune; they give a symbol of luxury, innovation, and sheer driving pleasu...

VAMOS Board of Director, Richard "Richie" Cantu has received the Terry Lee Grantham Memorial Award from the Texas Bar Foundation.

Richie is proud to be a member of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Bar Foundation and has had the privilege of collaborating with many outstanding attorneys during his career.

He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships (VAMOS) and has served as a director, leader, member, or coach in various organizations for over 25 years.

On behalf of the Board of Directors for the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships (VAMOS) and all our students who benefit directly, we would like to thank all the team sponsors and players who participated in our 28th Annual VAMOS Golf Tournament. Your sponsorship helped raise essential funds for 4-year renewable scholarships. We sincerely appreciate your support.

Additionally, we'd like to congratulate this year's Gross and Net Division winners:

Gross Division AM/PM Flights
1st place (AM): Texas Regional
1st place (PM): KRGV News

Net Division AM/PM Flights
1st place (AM): Lone Star National Bank
1st place (PM): Best Block

On behalf of the Board of Directors for the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships (VAMOS) and all our students who benefit directly, we thank you for your contribution to the 28th Annual VAMOS Golf Tournament. Your raffle ticket purchase helped raise essential funds for 4-year renewable scholarships. We sincerely appreciate your support.

Here are the raffle ticket winners for the 28th Annual VAMOS Golf Tournament:

#1438, 2024 Lexus
#0763, Tickets to San Antonio SPURS
#1196, Margaritaville Beach Resort SPI Weekend Stay
#1047, Kenmore Gas BBQ Grill

Thank you Mission Economic Development Corporation for your Diamond sponsorship for our 28th Annual VAMOS Golf Tournament.

Your support will empower students to harness the transformative power of education to help break financial barriers and turn their dreams into reality. Your generous support will make a lasting impact on VAMOS Scholars, enabling them to reach their full potential.

VAMOS of founded by local business leaders in 1996 in response to the low university graduation rate among students in the Rio Grande Valley. Since its inception, VAMOS has awarded $25 million in scholarships to 1,187 students.

For more information regarding sponsorships contact Mary de Leon at (956) 800-4085 or email [email protected].

Sponsorships opportunities available.

Proceeds go to benefit VAMOS Scholarships.

Call us at (956) 800-4085 or email [email protected]

Support VAMOS Scholarships…Get your Raffle Tickets now! Don't miss out on the opportunity to win a 2024 Lexus. Drawing taking place on March 2, 2024.

Contact us today to purchase your raffle tickets (956) 800-4085 or email [email protected]

Driscoll sponsors 28th Annual VAMOS Golf Tournament.

Thank you for supporting VAMOS Scholarships. Your support will empower students to harness the transformative power of education to help break financial barriers and turn their dreams into reality. Your generous support will make a lasting impact on VAMOS Scholars, enabling them to reach their full potential.

VAMOS of founded by local business leaders in 1996 in response to the low university graduation rate among students in the Rio Grande Valley. Since its inception, VAMOS has awarded $25 million in scholarships to 1,187 students.

For more information regarding sponsorships contact Mary de Leon at (956) 800-4085 or email [email protected].

Thank you H-E-B for your support of the Valley Alliance of Mentors for Opportunities and Scholarships - VAMOS. On behalf of our Board of Directors and our all our students we want express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous sponsorship for our 28th Annual VAMOS Golf Tournament, March 2, 2024, at Champion Lakes Golf Course, McAllen, Texas.

Your generosity will have an immediate and significant impact on our students; your support empowers them to harness the transformative power of education, helping them break financial barriers and turn their dreams into reality. Pursuing an education is a particularly powerful tool for our students, as it plays a crucial role in breaking the cycle of poverty and opening a world of opportunities – it’s a life-changing journey.

VAMOS was founded by local business leaders in 1996 in response to the low university graduation rate among students in the Rio Grande Valley. Since its inception, VAMOS has awarded $25 million in scholarships to 1,187 students. VAMOS awards four-year renewable scholarships to graduating high school seniors and pairs them with mentors who maintain communication and support throughout their college journey. This has proven successful as the graduation rate among VAMOS Scholars is 96 percent, and they attend universities locally, across Texas, and some out of state.
The belief that education is the most empowering force to open the door to a better life drives the work we do in our communities.

For more information on how to get involved reach us at (956) 800-4085 or [email protected]