06/29/2026
The Trevor Popeck Foundation had the honor of presenting one second scholarship to, Billy Guevara, who recently graduated from Fort Cherry High School.
Billy’s story is one of resilience, responsibility, and deep empathy. In his essay, he shared how vision challenges have impacted his entire family — from his parents and grandparents to his siblings — and how those experiences shaped his understanding that clear vision is never something to take for granted.
Billy also faced his own unexpected eye injury, which led to blurry vision, light sensitivity, headaches, and ultimately a diagnosis of astigmatism. What could have been a setback instead became a turning point. He learned to advocate for his own health, stay disciplined, and adapt with maturity far beyond his years.
But what stood out most was the way he stepped up for his mother as she navigated vision loss caused by diabetes. Billy became her support system — helping her read important documents, guiding her through daily tasks, and learning firsthand how deeply vision affects confidence and independence.
Through these experiences, Billy developed patience, compassion, and a desire to serve others. He hopes to use what he’s learned to support his family and uplift those facing similar challenges.
This is exactly the kind of heart and leadership our foundation was created to recognize.
Billy, we are incredibly proud of you. As you begin your next chapter at Robert Morris University, we know you will continue to make a meaningful impact on everyone around you.
On behalf of The Trevor Popeck Foundation, congratulations! We wish you the best in the future!
