05/24/2026
We are proud to announce the 2026 Kelly Freitas Memorial Scholarship recipient, Gabi Amezcua.
Gabi will be attending California State University Monterey Bay, majoring in Liberal Studies while pursuing her teaching credentials, with the goal of becoming a Special Education teacher. Her passion for helping others, commitment to education and desire to make a difference in the lives of children truly stood out to our committee.
Her perseverance and strength remind us of the beautiful spirit this scholarship honors. We are honored to support Gabi on this journey and cannot wait to see all the amazing things she will accomplish in the years ahead. The future is bright, and we know she will positively impact so many lives through her work and heart for others.
A special thank you to all of our supporters. Kelly’s legacy lives on through every student we are honored to recognize in her name. This year marked our 11th scholarship award, which makes this all even more meaningful.
Congratulations, Gabi. We are all cheering you on! 🩵