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Al Éxito provides programming that builds the leadership potential of Latino/a youth through college preparation, career development, civic engagement, family support, and celebration of culture. Student Signup Open Student signups for the 2023-2024 school year are open now! Sign up here! SUPPORTING THE ACADEMIC AND LEADERSHIP SUCCESS OF IOWA’S LATINX YOUTH Increasing high school graduation rates Help with college and career preparedness Culturally positive experiences and support For communities to thrive, every individual within it must have have the opportunity to thrive. Today, more than 200,000 (7%) Iowans are of Latino heritage. As our population continues to grow, so does that number. If the future success of a community depends on the positive futures of its youth, our responsibility is to ensure EVERY one of our community’s youth believes in their opportunity to succeed. Unfortunately, many of Iowa’s Latinx teenagers struggle with the belief that college and leadership roles are attainable for them. Whether they worry about affordability or feel unqualified, they deserve to know that support and opportunities exist for anyone who dreams of post-secondary education and/or a fulfilling career. We believe every Iowa child deserves a support system to help guide them toward success. “If not for Al Éxito, I would not have known that college was possible for me.” Oscar G., 7 years in Al Éxito programs CURRENT IOWA STATE STUDENT SINCE OUR INCEPTION IN 2010: 800 Estudiantes ayudados anualmente 700 Former program participants have earned college degrees. 18 Comunidades de Iowa Al Exito promueve la prosperidad de Iowa a través de la excelencia Latinx. un adulto se preocupa por ellos los jóvenes aprenden a participar en la comunidad los jóvenes pueden ser ellos mismos los jóvenes aprenden sobre su cultura / historia los jóvenes aprenden a afrontar los desafíos los jóvenes encontraron una carrera después de la escuela secundaria Learn More “[Al Éxito] allowed me to plan for my future, learn skills to succeed, and provide a safe space for myself.” Anthony O., 4 years in Al Éxito programs CURRENT IOWA STATE STUDENT

Estudiantes Let’s Go Estudiantes de secundaria Let’s Go High School Students

La Junta Meghan baeza Presidenta Rob Barron Co-vicepresidente Jeff Fleming Miembro de la Junta Rick Kozin Secretario Jerson Valenzuela Miembro de la Junta María Alcivar Zuñiga Miembro de la Junta Wanda Mejía Co-vicepresidenta Brynne Howard Miembro de la Junta Wanda Mejía Co-vicepresidenta Wanda Mejía Co-vicepresidenta Miembros anteriores de la junta Heather Stuyvesant, ex presidenta Alicia Hilligas, ex presidenta Jan Mitchell, directora emérito Diane Patton, directora emérita Pam Swarts, directora emérita

Application Closed Camp registration will open April 2026! Additional opportunities for college student leaders and workshop proposals Register for Al Éxito University Regístrate para Al Éxito University Level Up Your Summer! Save your spot for Al Éxito University, an intensive real-college experience for Latinx students entering 9th grade to graduating seniors. Join us this year for this year's camp, at Location and Dates TBA. Students will: Jumpstart college plans Experience living on campus Learn about scholarships, leadership, financing, advocacy, and much more! Parents are invited to a special college preparation day! Learn from college experts about resources, paying for college, tour the University of Northern Iowa and much more! For any inquiries, contact Gabby: Gabby@alexitoiowa.org Call for Volunteers We are seeking passionate volunteers to assist our students in a critical aspect of their journey—crafting a compelling first draft of their scholarship essays. Personalized, one-on-one support will provide valuable feedback and insights that can make a significant difference in their scholarship search efforts. Volunteer Role Details Task: Assist students in drafting their first scholarship essay. Support: Provide personalized feedback and insights. Objective: Ensure every scholar leaves with a strong essay draft to kickstart their scholarship applications. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Gabby@alexitoiowa.org : Call for College Student Leaders Al Éxito is seeking qualified dedicated college students to help lead a group of youth during the annual Al Éxito University overnight college camp. If you are a college student, who loves working with youth and want to make a difference in Latinx, first-generation students’ lives this will be a great fit for you! College students will be compensated for their time with a stipend. For questions, email Gabby@alexitoiowa.org Application will open February 2026

Próximos Eventos Award Highlights Award Winner Jose Luis 2023 Outstanding Individual Philanthropist - Mary Campos Scholarship - Award Winners 2021 2022 2023

The Board Our Executive Board Jose Luis Hernandez President Elio Valenzuela Vice President Fredo Rivera Secretary Michelle R. Hutson Treasurer Our Board Members Caroly Coronado Vargas Jeff Flemming Goizane Mullin Julie Solis-Alvarado Alex Samaniego Lesli Garcia Our Previous Members Rick Kozin, Past-President Emeritus Members Jan Mitchell, Emeritus Director Diane Patton, Emeritus Director Pam Swarts, Emeritus Director

Escuela Intermedia Belmond Clarion Goldfield Dows Des Moines después de la escuela Escuela Intermedia Callanan Escuela secundaria Goodrell Escuela secundaria Harding Escuela secundaria Hiat Escuela secundaria McCombs Escuela secundaria Weeks Escuela secundaria Hampton Escuela secundaria Ottumwa Escuela Intermedia Perry Escuela Intermedia Tama Roble rojo (TBA) Sitios Los programas extracurriculares semanales de Al Exito Afterschool, Middle School proporcionan un plan de estudios que es culturalmente relevante y basado en activos que preserva y celebra los valores culturales y las transiciones al tiempo que promueve el liderazgo y el rendimiento académico en un entorno seguro.

Apoya a Al Éxito The Mary E. Campos Scholarship honors her dream to see young people, especially students of color, continue to study and fill positions of leadership within their communities. The scholarship is given to Al Éxito students who are engaged in their community, have a clear vision for their academic achievement, and need support. Donate today and your support will fund Latinx youth scholarships. Your donation is tax-deductible. Thank you for making a difference! Application Open The Mary Campos Scholarship application is due by February 16, 2026 by 5pm via email. Application Open Application Process The Al Éxito scholarship is based on Mrs. Campos’ principles for active community leaders, civic engagement, volunteerism, empowering the Latino community, and overcoming challenges. The candidate must be a graduating high school student or college student who actively participates in an Al Éxito program. Candidate must show their dedication to Al Éxito, community service, education, and their culture. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE IN YOUR SUBMISSION Completed and Signed Application Typed personal essay of two pages max, typed in English, single spaced, 11 pt font, 1 inch margins List honors, awards, extra-curricular activities, and community involvement Biography and Photo Proof of GPA (Explanation not meeting GPA requirement if applicable) Copy of College Acceptance or Attendance Requirements to participate: Applicant is a graduating from high school senior or an undergraduate college student up through their junior year. An active participant of an Al Éxito program Has at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 GPA scale. If minimum GPA requirements are not met, please provide an explanation in addition to essay questions. Completed at least 10 hours of community service within the past school year. Has completed the application and attachments by online submission only by 5 PM, February 16, 2026, to gabby@alexitoiowa.org . Additional assistance with this application and other scholarships: Contact or attend Al Éxito College Coaching Program facilitator, Naylea Verdinez, for help with the application or essay review. verdineznaylea@gmail.com (Attend the program for weekly updates on other scholarships or assistance with FAFSA) *A point system will be used to select finalists* Acerca de Mary E. Campos La Sra. Campos es miembro de varias juntas y consejos como la Comisión de Derechos Civiles de Iowa, la Liga de Ciudadanos Latinoamericanos Unidos (LULAC) y es muy activa en la iglesia. La Sra. Campos también fue una de las fundadoras del National Black and Brown Forum. La Sra. Campos continúa asesorando a jóvenes y adultos y ayudando a innumerables personas a obtener su ciudadanía. Mary E. Campos es una célebre líder de derechos civiles en Des Moines, Iowa. Fue la primera latina en ingresar al Salón de la Fama de Mujeres de Iowa. Obtuvo un premio Ohtli, el más alto honor otorgado por el gobierno mexicano a un descendiente de mexicanos cuyos esfuerzos han contribuido significativamente al bienestar, la prosperidad y el empoderamiento de las comunidades mexicanas en el exterior. Click to See 2025 Recipients Click to See 2024 Recipients Click to see MEC Donors How You Can Give Back 01 Donate To The Scholarship Program Donations Online donations visit here Check/Cash Donations: Mail to PO Box 93531, Des Moines, Iowa 50317 02 Spread The Word Follow us on social media and share event updates with your networks! Al Éxito Facebook Al Éxito Instagram Mary E. Campos Scholarship Facebook

Our 2021 Senior Spotlight Des Moines Waldina Villanueva Waldina participó activamente con Al Éxito durante cuatro años. "Mis cosas favoritas fueron nuestras reuniones debido a todas las cosas nuevas que aprendimos". Waldina asistirá a DMACC para realizar estudios de Paralegal. "So extremely proud of all your hard work that you have done through out these part three years! Graduating early is not easy but you made it look easy!! Proud of you and looking forward to see what the future holds for you! Congratulations!" - Miriam Meinke “To accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream, not only plan, but also believe.” —Anatole France

¡Crece con Al Éxito! Además de participar en el plan de estudios de Al Éxito, todos los programas brindan a los jóvenes AÈ dos viajes al campus universitario interactivos y atractivos, diseñados culturalmente, que incluyen recorridos y un panel de discusión con personal, profesores y organizaciones latinos. Los programas están abiertos para todos los estudiantes y todas las actividades son gratuitas. Únete hoy Gracias a nuestros patrocinadores Iowa prospera mediante la inclusión de la excelencia latina. Al Éxito promueve el éxito de los jóvenes latinos a través de programas que se enfocan en la preparación universitaria, el desarrollo profesional, el compromiso cívico, el apoyo familiar y la celebración de la cultura. Contáctenos sobre formas de apoyar e invertir en nuestra misión.