‘This program is such a blessing,’ says future nurse

Ariel’s biggest fans are under 5-feet-tall and never miss a chance to tell people, “My mom’s a nurse!”

Even though she reminds them she’s not quite there yet, it’s their excitement that keeps her going through long days of work and nursing school.

“They’re always hyping me up,” Ariel said. “Asking, ‘Mom, what did you do at school today?’ or ‘Did you stick anyone with a needle?’” 

Thanks to your donations, Ariel is back on track toward her dream of becoming a nurse. Life with two babies put her education on hold, but now, with her children older and cheering her on, she’s all in.

Ariel’s children, Cameron and Adrian, are more than her motivation, they’re her cheerleaders as she attends nursing school. 

Ariel works part time from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. so she can be a full-time student until 8 p.m.
“Yes, my time is limited with my kids, but the sacrifice is going to be a big reward in the end,” she said.

The 12-hours days are tough, but donors like you lighten the load. Ariel used her single parent scholarship last year to pay rent.

For the Spring 2025 semester, she saved the scholarship to help her make ends meet during clinicals, which reduced her work hours even more.

“This program is such a blessing,” Ariel said. “Being a single parent is tough. Not everyone has support, but thanks to you, I do.”

Your investment in Ariel’s education is already paying dividends. She’s showing her children what it looks like to work hard, dream big, and never give up.

It’s more than financial support — it’s a foundation for generational change. And for that, Ariel and her kids are deeply thankful.