January 25, 2021

• Name: Breida
• School: Santa Ana College
• Grade: College Sophomore
• Years at KidWorks: 16
• Favorite Memory at KidWorks:
  Attending summer camp at Yosemite Sierra. That experience stretched me; I had never been away from my family. Although I was homesick, I’m glad I stayed. A staff member selected me for a leadership role amongst my peers which helped me grow mentally, spiritually and emotionally stronger.
• Why KidWorks is important:
  KidWorks has always been there for me! When times got really tough , they convinced me to not give-up. Instead of dropping out, they helped me transfer schools so I could pursue my nursing degree.The staff helped me recognize and overcome many difficult obstacles over the years. During COVID-19, KidWorks even provided me with a working laptop when mine broke and couldn’t afford repairs or the cost of a new one.
• Dreams for the future:
  My passion is to make my community a healthier place. I am busy pursing my nursing degree with a focus on pediatric oncology. I have been volunteering at CHOC Hospital and recently got a job providing COVID tests to residents in Santa Ana.

The community surrounding KidWorks faces many obstacles and other at-risk factors. KidWorks’ donors and supporters make a real difference. Because of their generosity, students like me won’t become dropout statistics and instead develop into lifelong contributors to the community.

Breida