07/21/2026
A full-circle moment. Congratulations, Ixtcel! 🎓
Watching Ixtcel graduate from UCLA in just three years was a moment we'll never forget.
SWAC has been part of the Alejo family's journey since 2014. Through tragedy, uncertainty, milestones, and celebrations, we've remained by their side—long after many state and local agencies exhausted the support they were able to provide. What began through heartbreaking circumstances grew into a relationship built on trust, hope, and family.
Ixtcel's story is one of resilience. Her journey represents the quiet victories that remind us why we do this work. She is just one of many young people SWAC has had the privilege of supporting since 2008, and seeing her walk across that stage was a powerful reminder of what's possible when a community shows up and never gives up.
Mr. Alejo shared how proud he is of Ixtcel's accomplishment and how grateful he is for SWAC's continued support of his daughters over the years. We are equally grateful to have been part of their journey.
Darrell and Alicia were honored to celebrate this milestone in person, and we couldn't be prouder of all that Ixtcel has accomplished.
Congratulations, Ixtcel. Here's to everything that's ahead. Go Bruins! 🐻💛💙