armaya moore

Dear Chavez, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for selecting me as the recipient of the Dr. Edward V. Chavez Athletic Memorial Scholarship. I feel incredibly grateful for this recognition, and I’m honored to carry on Dr. Edward V. Chavez’s legacy through this scholarship. This generous support truly lifts a weight from my shoulders, easing the financial strain on my family and allowing me to focus on my studies, my responsibilities at home, and my passion for sports. As the captain of my high school lacrosse team and the oldest of five siblings, I know the power of perseverance and teamwork, both on and off the field. With my family’s encouragement and the help of this scholarship, I can pursue my dream of attending college, continue playing lacrosse, and prepare for law school. Losing my mother at a young age shaped my sense of strength and purpose. I’m inspired by your commitment to uplifting students who have faced loss and share a love for athletics. Dr. Chavez’s memory lives on through your generosity, and I’m proud to be part of that legacy. Your kindness gives me hope and motivates me to give back to my community in the future, just as you have given to me. I look forward to the opportunity to help others and make a meaningful impact, carrying forward the spirit of this award. Thank you, armaya moore

Josephine Quintana Carrillo

Dear Chavez, I'm truly grateful to be chosen as the recipient of the Dr. Edward V. Chavez Athletic Memorial Scholarship. It means so much to me to be recognized for both my dedication to sports and my perseverance through personal loss. I'm honored to carry on Dr. Edward V. Chavez's legacy through this scholarship. Your support eases the financial challenges of pursuing my college dreams and will let me focus on excelling in my studies, athletics, and artistic passions. As a senior at Clearview High School, I've always strived to develop my talents in art and sports, from leading our soccer club to winning awards in track and the visual arts. Despite losing my family at a young age, my determination—and the steady encouragement from my adoptive mom—has helped me overcome obstacles and achieve academic success. I'm excited to explore a future that blends art, science, and engineering, with the goal of earning my bachelor's and eventually a doctorate at UHCL. Your generosity in honoring Dr. Chavez inspires me to push forward and to one day support students who have faced hardships, just as you have supported me. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in my life. I look forward to the opportunities ahead and hope to make you proud. Thank you, Josephine Quintana Carrillo

Christina Wilson

Dear Chavez and contributors, Thank you so much for awarding me the Dr. Edward V. Chavez Athletic Memorial Scholarship. Receiving this scholarship has meant so much to me because it highlights the importance of sports and uplifts students who have experienced parental loss. Your incredible generosity in awarding this scholarship will directly help me follow my dreams by pursuing higher education, enabling me to focus on my studies, leadership roles at school, and alleviate stress as I seek to finance my collegiate education as a young adult. Coming from a military family and having lost my dad, I’ve dedicated myself to helping others, whether through advocacy for surviving military families or working to make a difference in healthcare. I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to invest my energy in growing as a student, advocate, athlete, and public servant through this scholarship. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to share a bit about my story and how equine sports have helped me in my grief journey. I'm inspired by Dr. Edward Chavez’s legacy, and I’m honored to carry on his memory and the memory of my father, Dr. David Wilson, through this scholarship. Your kindness motivates me to keep striving for excellence, both in the classroom and in my community. I truly hope that one day I can give back and support students the way you have supported me. With gratitude, Christina Wilson, Washington, D.C. 2022 Winner

Terry Brock

Thank you for this amazing blessing!