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Alumni Spotlight: James Carter

“I think often of the quote that says ‘talent is equally dispersed but opportunity is not’ and I think opportunity to achieve as much as I’ve been able to is in part because of the support and advocacy I’ve received from Breakthrough over...

 20th Anniversary Recap: Arianna Jones

During our 20th Anniversary Celebration, our speakers took us through a 20 year journey through their own perspectives. Follow along as we go down memory lane! “As if Breakthrough didn’t have enough to celebrate – the next four years were landmark years, when...

Promotion Spotlight: Amely Vela

Promotion Spotlight: Amely Vela Amely Vela Associate Director of Programs As a first-generation college graduate, Amely is a proud Breakthrough Alumna and proud graduate of Texas A&M University, where she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Science. In...

Alumni Spotlight: Carlos De La Cruz

“I feel honored to be a part of this community. From middle school to graduating college with a degree in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M University, to beginning my career at Tesla, it would not have been possible if it wasn’t for Breakthrough....
Alumni Spotlight: Daniel Reyes

Alumni Spotlight: Daniel Reyes

“In 7th grade, I and others took the monumental decision to sign a 12-year contract with an unknown non-profit that started in a small shack. I have never been so sure of that decision to sign that required contract so long ago.” Q & A How does it feel...
Creating a Lasting Legacy: Jabrell Scott

Creating a Lasting Legacy: Jabrell Scott

“I joined different organizations like NAACP and Men of Honor that were focused on improving the perception of African-American people and also African-American males on campus. I wanted to be a voice and a leader on my college campus for marginalized...