La Matriz Sagrada Scholarship
La Matriz Sagrada Scholarship
La Matriz Sagrada Scholarship is dedicated to supporting BIPOC pregnant teens, teen parents, and children of teen parents in their pursuit of higher education. This initiative is rooted in empowerment, community, and resilience—deeply inspired by my personal journey as a teen parent.
I became a teen parent at the end of my junior year of high school and, shortly after, a single teen parent. My own parents were teen parents who weren’t able to continue their education, so I knew how important it was for me to pursue my educational goals. Balancing life as a full-time parent, student, and worker, I graduated with multiple degrees, which opened the door to a fulfilling and passionate career in teaching.
I wouldn’t have been able to do this without the unwavering support and encouragement from my community. It’s that same spirit of love and belief in young parents that inspired me to create this scholarship. I want to help others who are walking a similar path to know that they, too, can achieve their dreams.
Celebrating the 2024 Scholarship Recipients
Last year, we awarded the La Matriz Sagrada Scholarship to incredible young mothers pursuing higher education. These scholarships helped alleviate financial burdens, empowering them to focus on their academic and personal growth. Learn more about our 2024 Scholarship winners here!
Help Us Reach Our Goal
We’re currently working to raise funds for the next round of scholarships. This scholarship isn’t just financial aid—it’s a message of hope, encouragement, and belief in the power of young parents to overcome challenges and thrive.
How You Can Help
- Shop with Purpose: 10% of proceeds from our offerings go directly to the scholarship fund.
- Direct Donations: Make a tax-deductible donation to help us meet our goal. Click here to make a donation.
- Collaborate: If you’d like to support our fundraising efforts in any capacity—through events, donations, or other ideas—please email me at meliponacollective@gmail.com to discuss potential collaborations.
Your support can make a world of difference for young parents pursuing their dreams. Together, we can continue to empower the next generation of scholars and leaders.
With love and gratitude,
Crystal Castorena
Founder, Melipona Collective