We are pleased to announce that our 2023 Annual Report is now available to all our benefactors, students, and the community. This document showcases the hard work, dedication, and positive impact we have achieved together over the past year.
On Sunday, June 9th, Becas Vallarta held a meeting full of enthusiasm and commitment at the Los Mangos Library. The event gathered 52 scholarship recipients from 2nd and 3rd-year secondary school, along with their families, to welcome the new members of the program and kick off a new cycle of educational opportunities. The president of the association, Mariel de Fregoso, accompanied by the Becas Vallarta team (comprising Imelda Barraza, Maria Concepción Barraza, and Janeth Limón), led the meeting with warmth and enthusiasm. During the event, the new scholarship recipients were welcomed into a community of talented and dedicated young individuals striving to achieve their educational goals. A highlight of the meeting was the presence of Erick Langarica, the head of the uniform department at the department store LANS, who introduced the shoes that will be given to the scholarship recipients during the scholarship award ceremony in August. He also addressed questions and provided detailed instructions on the process of collecting the shoes at LANS store. Beyond the distribution of uniforms, the meeting served as a space to: The meeting concluded with an atmosphere of great optimism and hope. The young scholarship recipients and their families expressed their gratitude to the Becas Vallarta A.C. Association for their continued support and commitment to their education. This event reaffirmed our strong conviction to continue transforming lives through the transformative power of education.
On May 4th, thanks to the invaluable support of our scholarship recipients and their families, the task of painting and cleaning the recreational areas of the “Niños Héroes” primary school in the community of Ixtapa, Jalisco, was carried out. This project aimed not only to beautify the facilities but also to instill in our young scholars a sense of responsibility and commitment to the community. It was gratifying to witness the dedication and enthusiasm with which each of our participants joined this noble cause. We firmly believe in the importance of involving young people in activities that promote values such as service and solidarity. We sincerely thank all those who contributed to the success of this initiative. Your collaboration and support are essential for the development of our projects and for fulfilling our mission as an organization.
On April 29th, we had the honor of celebrating our Annual Assembly 2024 at the beautiful Marina Vallarta Golf Course. This event is key for our association, as each year we make crucial decisions and follow up on our goals and objectives for the benefit of our community of scholarship recipients. One of the highlights of the assembly was the presentation of our 2023 annual report. In this document, we detailed the achievements and progress made over the last year. We are proud to announce that 27 of our young scholarship recipients graduated from university this past year, and 27 more are expected to graduate between May and August 2024. These young individuals are a testament to the positive impact of our work and their continuous effort. The financial report and the audit statement were also presented, both in a clear and transparent manner. These documents allowed attendees to gain detailed insight into the financial situation of our organization and validate the proper management of resources. Transparency is a fundamental pillar for us, enabling us to meet the highest standards in organization and administration. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who attended for their presence and commitment to our cause. Our commitment to the fight against school dropout is a critical milestone in providing educational opportunities to the youth of Puerto Vallarta. Together, we will continue working toward a better future for all.
Becas Vallarta is pleased to announce the recent receipt of resources from the Alas de Águila Foundation. It is important to mention that these contributions represent a significant boost to our scholarship program, reaffirming our commitment to eradicating school dropout and promoting education. We would like to express our deepest gratitude to the Eagle Wings Foundation for their generosity and continued support of Becas Vallarta. This support will allow us to continue to provide educational opportunities to those who need it most, and to continue to fulfill our mission to the youth people of the Vallarta community. We are very grateful to Eagle Wings and all of our donors for their continued support of our educational mission.
At Becas Vallarta, we never stop fighting to combat school dropout rates and support the youth of our wonderful Vallarta community. That’s why we are excited to share that our association has recently achieved the optimal level of accreditation in institutionalism and transparency granted by CEMEFI (Mexican Center for Philanthropy). This is a testament to our commitment to integrity and transparency in everything we do. Our Mission: We transform education by providing scholarships and workshops on various topics to academically excellent students from low-income families in Puerto Vallarta. At Becas Vallarta, our mission is clear: we want to create opportunities for young people in rural communities of Puerto Vallarta. We believe that education is the key to a better future, and we are determined to combat school dropout rates at the root. With the help of our incredible donors and the hard work of our team, we have been providing scholarships to talented young individuals, giving them the support they need to continue their studies and pursue their dreams. This enables more and more young people to complete their education up to the bachelor’s level, leading to an improvement in their quality of life and contributing to the progress of our local community. CEMEFI’s accreditation is a significant achievement for us. It means that our efforts to be transparent, responsible, and ethical in all our operations have not gone unnoticed. This recognition drives us to move forward, to keep improving, and to have an even greater positive impact on the lives of young people and the community we serve. We want to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you—our donors, team, and volunteers. Without your unwavering support, we could not have come this far. Every donation, every hour of your dedicated time, has contributed to this achievement and has helped transform lives. Do you want to be part of our journey to combat school dropout rates and create a bright future for the youth of Puerto Vallarta? There are many ways to get involved! Whether it’s through donations, volunteering, or simply sharing our story, every little gesture counts. Thank you for being part of the Becas Vallarta family. Together, we are making a real difference in our communities.
On September 21 and 22, Becas Vallarta joined the 4th Regional Meeting of Social Organizations organized by The Network of Altruistic Associations of Puerto Vallarta A.C. This event stands as a clear example of continuous training as a fundamental pillar for Civil Associations. The inter-associative collaboration was emphasized, highlighting the importance of joining efforts to overcome common challenges. For our association, this participation was an excellent initiative to connect with professionals better prepared in their causes and an additional boost for our objectives. Moreover, a key point that marked this meeting was the promotion of sustainable development and community participation, which are fundamental pillars for achieving lasting social change. Strengthened ties with other civil associations. Becas Vallarta A.C. continues its commitment to a future where collaboration is the key to creating a positive and meaningful impact on our society. This event has provided us with a valuable platform to learn, collaborate, and move towards a better community for everyone.
On the past 19th and 20th of August at Los Mangos library, we gathered our community of young scholarship recipients, staff, and donors to once again celebrate our delivery of educational supports, which took place in two phases. On Saturday, we held our second scholarship delivery for high school and university students who received their checks corresponding to their second annual installment, a significant boost to continue with their studies and achieve their dreams. The next day, it was the turn of middle school students, who received their annual package of school supplies and uniforms with great enthusiasm. This event, filled with hope and joy, would not have been possible without the tireless generosity of our donors and collaborators, who are the true heroes behind these gestures of solidarity and support. The delivery not only represents material aid for our young people but also an investment in the future of our community, a gesture of confidence in the potential of our youth. We want to extend a warm thank you to everyone who made this event possible. Thanks to you, these talented youngsters can continue pursuing their academic and professional goals with fewer obstacles in their way. Education remains one of the most powerful tools for personal development and our community as a whole. These events are tangible proof of what we can achieve when we join forces to invest in the future. From the bottom of our hearts, we want to say thank you! To all who made these delivery days possible, your generosity is not only helping to shape future professionals but also building a stronger and united society. Congratulations to the benefited students, we wish you much success in your educational journey!
There are many talented young people who have the dream of becoming artists, but for different reasons, they cannot afford to pay for their studies. For this reason an initiative between Becas Vallarta in alliance with PV Shares has arisen, creating the program “Peter and Buri Gray Scholarships for Art students”. The objective of this program is to sponsor young students of visual arts by providing them with financial support. PV Shares, for its part, will make an annual donation of 20,000 mexican pesos, which will be given on two occasions during the year: one in February and other in August. The 10,000 pesos will be given to each beneficiary who has been selected for the program. At each award ceremony, one young visual arts student will be selected to receive the scholarship. The selected student must meet certain requirements, such as demonstrating exceptional ability in the arts and a true passion for his or her career. The “Peter and Buri Gray Scholarships for Art Students” program aims to support young talents in the city, who have shown a great interest in the arts and who need help to achieve their dream. This initiative in its first stage represents a great opportunity for young art students from Puerto Vallarta and its surroundings. In addition, the program will not only benefit young students, also will have a positive impact on the community at long time. The promotion of arts and culture are fundamental to grow like a society, and this programme is a major step in that direction.