College Success Foundation Alumni

04/03/2026

Borrowers, take note! 📢
Federal student loan repayment options are changing. Make sure you know your choices and what steps to take next.
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Last month, a federal court permanently ended the SAVE repayment plan. The Department of Education has told all 7.5 million […]

12/16/2025

Check out this year's College Success Foundation Alumni Holiday Gift Guide, featuring our very own CSF alums who have started their own creative and unique businesses.🥳🎉Check it out here: https://buff.ly/nqp655h

The holidays will be here before we know it! So when you’re planning your gift list, why not branch out […]

12/16/2025

Check out this year's CSF Alumni Holiday Gift Guide, featuring our very own CSF alums who have started their own creative and unique businesses.🥳🎉Check it out here: https://buff.ly/nqp655h

The holidays will be here before we know it! So when you’re planning your gift list, why not branch out […]

05/16/2025

Join us for a special event at Bale Breaker Brewing (Yakima) 🍻 to help benefit the College Success Foundation’s mission of supporting students from low socioeconomic backgrounds with scholarships to help them prepare for and graduate from college. A portion of the proceeds will directly benefit students in Yakima, empowering them to reach their educational goals. Our table will feature fun swag, and the first 15 attendees will receive a free gift as a thank you for your support! 🥳

RSVP via the google form: https://forms.gle/iovXhbeB2kKLBHiSA

02/07/2025

CSF alumni living in the greater Seattle + Tacoma area! Join us on 3/7 at Trencher's Kitchen & Tap (Renton) for the first alumni social of 2025🎉 Our very own CSF alum, Ray Corona will be our emcee and lead us through a fun night of Bingo and Lotería - a winner for each round.

Secure your spot here: https://forms.gle/yPPbJCKzzXu9XZw77

Expand your network, enjoy delicious food 🍔 (and the first drink on us) 🍽️ and win some unique CSF swag and cool prizes. 🎁 Plus ones are welcome.

Free event. Spots are limited. All attendees (including plus ones) must RSVP using the google form.

Help us spread the word and invite another CSF alum. Questions? Email Angie Winkle at [email protected]

02/03/2025

Last chance to sign up for the free Yakima Financial Planning Made Simple event this Thursday 2/6. 💸 Learn how to make smarter money moves, connect with other CSF alumni, eat delicious foods, and get the chance to win some CSF swag and a pair of Airpod Pros! 🎉

RSVP to reserve your spot:
https://forms.gle/iicNHrqhHo6tDnHg6

Free CSF Yakima Alumni Event: Financial Planning Made Simple

Event Timing: February 6, 2025 / 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Address: The Willow Café & Market - 3512 Tieton Dr Suite 100, Yakima, WA 98902

RSVP to reserve your spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLnHcHajWnt-67NABZ520DblJ_LoiTcgWwSb5Z-Qeuvt8Vmg/viewform

About the Event:
Take control of your financial future at our Financial Planning Made Simple event! Whether you’re looking to buy a home, refinance, or simply want to make smarter money moves, this event is for you. Enjoy prizes, free food and refreshments while you learn!

Contact [email protected] if you have any questions

01/22/2025

Free CSF Yakima Alumni Event: Financial Planning Made Simple

Event Timing: February 6, 2025 / 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Event Address: The Willow Café & Market - 3512 Tieton Dr Suite 100, Yakima, WA 98902

RSVP to reserve your spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLnHcHajWnt-67NABZ520DblJ_LoiTcgWwSb5Z-Qeuvt8Vmg/viewform

About the Event:
Take control of your financial future at our Financial Planning Made Simple event! Whether you’re looking to buy a home, refinance, or simply want to make smarter money moves, this event is for you. Enjoy prizes, free food and refreshments while you learn!

Contact [email protected] if you have any questions

12/09/2024

Check out what’s been happening with CSF and alumni in this fall and winter alumni newsletter! We welcome new alumni board members, look forward to celebrating huge milestones in 2025, and get ready to celebrate the holidays or rejuvenate ourselves for the new year! 🤩🍂❄️

https://mailchi.mp/collegesuccessfoundation.org/alumnifallwinter2024

12/06/2024

Check out the CSF Alumni Holiday Gift Guide, featuring some of our very own CSF alums who have started their own businesses. 🥳We’ll also share ways you can honor someone by making a gift in their name, or sponsor a ticket for an alumni at our CSF Empowering Youth Gala.

Featuring: Noir Lux Candles, Mocel Mezcal, Lioe Design, BMB Creations NW, Drip Drip Coffeehouse, Feed Co Burgers, and crater.

The holidays will be here before we know it! So when you’re planning your gift list, why not branch out […]

12/04/2024

For the past 25 years, we’ve worked together to support our students and championed for educational equity. We have a lot to celebrate, and so many people to thank for helping us make an impact on generations of students throughout the years. Your continued support will help today’s young people access and succeed in college to become the leaders and innovators of tomorrow.

Learn more about the gala, the after-party, and purchase your discounted alumni ticket here. 🥳This is also a night to honor you, our alumni, and connect with one another. We look forward to celebrating this incredible milestone with you!

Interested in being a table captain, sponsorship opportunities, or donating to our auction? Email Kaitlin Kim at [email protected]

Join me at the College Success Foundation Empowering Youth Gala! Saturday, March 22, 2025, Seattle Convention Center | Summit Ballroom Celebrate 25 years of changing lives! For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://collegesuccessfoundation.org/25

11/26/2024

Please help us give a warm welcome to our new alumni board members! 🥳

Seattle/Tacoma: Destiny Hamblin, Madai Molina Apolinar, Yecenia Harris, Stephanie Huerta-Ramirez, Nathan Johnson, Charise DeBerry

Yakima: Adam Stewart, Yasmin Guzman

In November, the CSF alumni boards connected at a virtual retreat. There were engaging discussions around philanthropy, CSF’s upcoming 25th anniversary, a team building activity, and breakout rooms to discuss alumni engagement event ideas in 2025.

Each member brings a passion for uplifting our alumni community, and we are lucky to have them on the board! Stay tuned for the exciting projects and events they are planning this year for our alumni and CSF Scholars.

Our 2024-2025 CSF Alumni board members are (from top left in the photo above):

Seattle/Tacoma: (Row 1): Patricia Pacheco, Destiny Hamblin, Luis Arellano, Miriam Mboya, Kathy Machowek, Madai Molina Apolinar (Row 2): Yecenia Giron Harris, Stephanie Huerta-Ramirez, Jose Oronia, Nathan Johnson, Hunter Henderson, Lilia Foma’i (Row 3): Yamara Ruiz, Shelby Swofford, Nita Tuisila, Courtney Acoff, CJ Chen, Charise DeBerry (not pictured).

Yakima: (Row 4): Hugo Moreno, Ana Lamas, Lupe Sanchez, Lilian Bravo, Maggie Castaneda, Jose Gaona (Row 5): Heather Panian, Adam Stewart, Yasmin Guzman.

CSF's two alumni boards—Seattle/Tacoma and Yakima— strengthen engagement and connections among alumni, provide a support group to uplift one another post-graduation, and create opportunities for alumni to stay connected to College Success Foundation and support its mission.

If you would like more information about the alumni boards or would like to apply, send email Angie Winkle at [email protected].