Introducing the She Se Puede Scholarship Fund

Honoring the Legacy of Sr. Cathy Garcia, RSHM

At South Central LAMP, we believe that education has the power to transform lives, strengthen families, and create brighter futures for generations to come. As we celebrate the incredible legacy of Sr. Cathy Garcia, RSHM, we are proud to introduce the She Se Puede Scholarship Fund — a scholarship created in her honor to continue the work she so passionately championed for nearly two decades.

As ESL Coordinator and Teacher within South Central LAMP’s Family Literacy Program, Sr. Cathy dedicated herself to empowering women through education, encouragement, and unwavering belief in their potential. She embodied the spirit of “She Se Puede” — She Can Do It — instilling confidence, resilience, and the belief that every mother has the power to succeed and create new opportunities for herself and her family.

The She Se Puede Scholarship Fund was created to carry forward Sr. Cathy’s extraordinary legacy by investing in graduating mothers who have demonstrated perseverance, leadership, and a commitment to continuing their educational journey beyond South Central LAMP. The scholarship is designed to help remove financial barriers and support women as they take the next step toward adult school, college, vocational training, or other educational pathways that will help them build long-term stability for themselves and their families.

Each year, three graduating mothers from our Family Literacy Program will be selected to receive scholarship awards of $300, $200, and $100, which can be used toward tuition, books, or other school-related expenses. Eligible participants must successfully complete all three years of the Family Literacy Program, maintain strong attendance, and demonstrate a commitment to continuing their education after graduation.

This scholarship represents more than financial support — it is an investment in women who are breaking cycles of poverty, pursuing new possibilities, and modeling the power of perseverance for their children and future generations.

Through the She Se Puede Scholarship Fund, Sr. Cathy’s legacy of empowerment, education, and hope will continue to live on in every woman who dares to believe in her own potential and take the next step toward a brighter future.

Because of Sr. Cathy, generations of women now know: Sí Se Puede. She Se Puede.