Diana Ladouceur

Dear Hodgdon Family, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for selecting me as the recipient of the Haiti Rising Love Wins Scholarship. It's truly uplifting to know that my background and faith are being recognized and celebrated in such a meaningful way. Your support makes a profound difference in my educational journey. The financial relief from this award means I can focus even more deeply on my studies and continue working toward my dream of becoming a speech-language pathologist. This assistance not only eases the economic pressures of college, but also allows me to stay actively involved on campus and further integrate into my community. As a Haitian-American and a Christian, this scholarship feels especially personal. My journey has always been guided by faith, and I'm passionate about spreading love and fostering connections—values that lie at the heart of both education and healthcare. Achieving a place on the Dean's List and securing two campus jobs are milestones that reflect the drive I carry with me, and your generosity gives me the strength to aim even higher. I hope my work will someday inspire and uplift others, just as you've inspired me. I'm so grateful for your commitment to empowering students of Haitian heritage. Your belief in me motivates me to continue pursuing excellence and to give back to my community in every way I can. Thank you, Diana Ladouceur

Leah Seche

To the Hodgdon Family, To God be the Glory! Thank you so much for choosing me to recipient of this scholarship. I am deeply honored. I dedicate this scholarship to God and my parents. It is my faith and values of hard work and dedication instilled in me that led me to achieve this scholarship. This means so much to me and my parents because it means that part of my tuition for college will be paid, and will help me work towards my goal of making Haiti a better country. Thank you so much again! Blessings,