The Panago Foundation

2018-2019 Scholar Spotlight

Dominique Jackson

Dominique is a first generation college student and starts her first year of college at UW-Tacoma. She wants to major in Film and Media and minor in Business to create movies one day. She is extremely motivated and says, “I am passionate about working hard for something you want. I want to show my family that the impossible does not exist.” We look forward to seeing Dominique continue to shine!

Stephen cooper

Graduating from Frankling Pierce High School, Stephen now attends Western Washington University. He wants to major in Political Science to create changes in the future. Stephen says, “While in high school I worked as a manager at a local Domino’s to save up for college, unsure of how I was going to fill the holes in my financial aid package. I am now a student at WWU pursuing my degree and that is in part, to The Panago Foundation. I hope I can live up to the legacy he has left behind.” Congrats, Steph!

Annalicia Bing

Annalicia is an awesome student starting her first year at UW-Tacoma wanting to major in Business and Management. She would like to one day work with early learners and own her own childcare facility. She says, “Thank you for the boost of confidence you have given me through this amazing opportunity. While education was always a priority, I wasn’t sure if I would be able to attend college. Through my participation in Ready to Rise, I got to meet your amazing Foundation that has now blessed me with a scholarship.” We’re so proud of you, Annalicia!

2019-2020 Scholars Spotlight

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2020-2021 Scholar Spotlight

“Good afternoon Pango Foundation,

I hope all is well! As you know my name is Stephon Graves and I’m entering junior year at University of Washington Tacoma Campus. I’m currently studying Politics, Philosophy, and Economics: International Studies with a minor in Human Rights. As a former recipient of this scholarship I’m grateful to have a second opportunity for funding this upcoming school year. This past summer I completed a 10 week internship at Tacoma Public Utilities as their facilities security Intern. In addition, I continue working on other projects such as the Hilltop Action Coalition’s 2021 summer Crawl as the event photographer. To reflect on this experience grateful for the many opportunities and can’t wait to this upcoming academic year.”

“Hi! I am Elisia Sanchez! I am currently a junior attending at University of Washington Tacoma. I am studying for my Bachelors of Social Welfare. My hopes for my degree after I graduate is to go for my Masters of Social Work. However, my goal in general is to be able to help my community as much as I can. As a woman of color, I have often been put down by society and have had my voice silenced. So I want to be able to work with underrepresented groups to help them have their voice heard, because they deserve to be heard and listened to. I want to be able to show people that they matter and that there is someone rooting for them. So in all, I want to be able to do outreach and provide my assistance to those in need. Everyone deserves a shot at life and I want to be a part of that journey. “

2021-2022 Scholar Spotlight

My name is Harmony. I am currently attending Pierce College and majoring in Education. My goal is to become a teacher of children ages Preschool-3rd Grade. My Community means a lot to me. It is from great humans in my community that I am able to afford going to college to further my career. It is because of my community that I want to become a teacher. Kids are our future and I want to help guide them in the right direction and strengthen our community by doing so!

Thank you so much for donating to the Panago Horton Legacy Scholarship!

Harmony T.

Current Scholar

2022-2023 Scholars Spotlight

“Hello

My name is Ernest Balezi, and I am a current student at University of Washington Seattle campus. I am very grateful and blessed for the opportunity to continue moving forward in my studies with financial support from individuals who have a compassionate heart. As a byproduct of the support I have received, I have been able to focus on academics and extracurricular activities and do my best to thrive in them. I love sports such as Basketball and Soccer, as they are a great avenue for me to relax and focus on taking care of myself in a healthy way. Regarding my academic plan, I am currently a premed student with the intention of pursuing a career as a Doctor or Physician Assistant. I am currently majoring with a B.S. in Public Health Global Health with a minor in Bioethics. I am also currently doing research for Malaria Vaccine at Seattle Children's Center for Disease Control. All these experiences have enabled me to grow as an individual and have taught me valuable lessons that I intend to carry with me. Most importantly, I am a Christian thus I thank God for blessing me with people who are constantly looking out for me.

Ernest Balezi

University of Washington

Class of 2025”

Hello, my name is Ethan Quiñones, and I am about to enter my senior year of college at St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota. I am a History and Race & Ethnic Studies double major, with two concentrations in Educational Studies and Latin American Studies. I've been teetering back and forth on what exactly I want to do after college, but I expect to end up in community grassroots/non-profit work or becoming a teacher as a career! I enjoy listening to hip hop and R&B music, going on walks and watching our Seattle sports teams!”