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How it All Began
Escuela de Guadalupe was founded in 1999 by a Jesuit priest and a Sisters of Loretto nun who saw a generation of Latino children losing hope in the future. It was a shaky start, and the school nearly closed its doors in 2007. But thanks to a timely story in the Rocky Mountain News and a surge of support from donors, Escuela de Guadalupe transformed itself and continues to transform lives by providing quality learning experiences for Latino families.
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The Save-Our-School (SOS) Campaign
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In 2007, Escuela faced a critical financial challenge. With a mission to serve low-income families who were largely unable to afford full tuition, the school's business model became unsustainable. Faced with closure, the Save-Our-School (SOS) Campaign was launched. Local media coverage played a pivotal role.
"Word of the school’s plight triggered a flood of unexpected cash, including four gifts of $50,000."
The Proof is in the Numbers
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Our Success Comes Full Circle
Adelissa Fierro
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Alumna
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Current parent of an Escuela kindergarten student
“If not for Escuela de Guadalupe, I would not be where I am today.”
Full Circle: Today, Adelissa is a mom and her daughter attends Escuela de Guadalupe. “I want my daughter to appreciate and love her background and her culture. Escuela taught me to give back to my community and those around me. Escuela can teach her to be one of those people. To come back and give back.”
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Missael Tovar
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Alumnus
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Current parent of an Escuela kindergarten student
“I’m glad my mom made the choice to send me to Escuela because of all the doors and opportunities it has given to me."
Full Circle: Missael made the decision to send his own daughter to Escuela de Guadalupe. “I knew that I wanted a good education and future for her. I can see that she is very hard headed like I was. She wants to do things her way. The best way to help her grow is Escuela. I want her to be challenged, but I also want her to build her own way to move forward.”
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Jennifer Godoy
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Alumna
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Current member: Board of Trustees
“My mom had to work two jobs and my dad was a mechanic. I know they did everything they could to make sure I got a quality education."
Full Circle: Jennifer recently joined the Escuela de Guadalupe Board of Trustees. “This is a great opportunity for me to give back to a community that helped shape me into who I am today.”
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