Help contribute to Diana's college fund

Hello,

I'm Diana Ledezma, an 18-year-old undocumented student on a mission to pursue higher education. Since arriving in the US at the age of 10, I've encountered numerous obstacles and triumphed over countless challenges, which have only fueled my drive to succeed. I'm thrilled to share that I've been accepted into the prestigious University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and I'm eagerly looking forward to continuing my education there. However, alongside the excitement, I feel the weight of the significant change this brings to my life.

To ease my transition and conquer my fears, I've applied and been accepted into a seven-week summer program at UCLA. This program allows me to take three classes, earn credits, and experience college life before the fall semester begins. Living in the dorms, networking, and getting to know the college and professors will be invaluable. The smaller class sizes provide a great advantage for the transition to college.

However, the cost of the program ($6,597) puts my family and me in a financially limited position. This amount doesn't include transportation, books, and other expenses, not to mention the upcoming orientation fee and the tuition that wasn't covered by school aid and CADAA. While my family and I are willing to work hard to cover the tuition, any help is immensely appreciated.

I'm reaching out through this fundraiser to secure the funds needed for my future. I know it's a big ask, but I'm taking every shot available and striving for as many opportunities as possible. Your support means everything to me. Thank you for taking the time to read my story, and anything you can contribute will bring me closer to affording my education.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Diana Ledezma