Class of 2026
The SOAR Scholars
Meet the students whose drive, resilience, and ambition represent the future SOAR exists to support.
Daphne Uribe
McGovern Medical
Hellen Jumo
UCLA Geffen
Taryn Dia
Baylor Law
Peyton Clark
Texas A&M Law
Miranda Martinez
IU Maurer Law
Chloe Lynch
UT Southwestern
Teresa Reymundo
UTRGV
Elizabeth Tran
Texas A&M Int’l
Sharon Garcia
Texas Tech
Mariah Weston
LSU
Allison Andress
SMU
Israa Wadif
U. of Houston
Addison Goncalo
UT Austin
Isabella Herrera
UT Austin
Julia Norton
Texas A&M
Marivel Martinez
A&M Corpus Christi
Sofi Millner Calvo
Oxford / Emory
Nevaeh Gomez
Baylor
Fernanda Vargas
Bowdoin
Audrey McCann
Baylor
McKenzie Hamon
Texas A&M
Melody Ziaee
UT Austin
Olivia Alvarez
Texas A&M
Consuelo Aguinaga
Texas A&M
Ava Mendez
A&M Corpus Christi
Lorena Colunga
Texas A&M
Alexa Chavez-Reyes
UT San Antonio
Abigail Perez
Babson
Kadrian Oliver
Dallas College
Farhan Kassam
Dallas College
Dena Yates
Collin College
Xavier Hernandez
Laredo College
SOAR Texas
Two pathways. One mission: expanding opportunity.
SOAR supports students pursuing college degrees, graduate education, skilled trades, technical certifications, apprenticeships, and applied career training.
Beginning with the 2026 academic year, LOAR PLLC is investing $200,000 annually to support the next generation — $100,000 for college and $100,000 for skilled trades.
$200,000
Annual SOAR investment beginning with the 2026 academic year.
$100K / $100K
Equal support for college pathways and skills-based career pathways.
Up to $5,000
Scholarship awards for eligible students and approved programs.
Why SOAR Exists
Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not.
SOAR exists to open doors for students with drive, ambition, and potential — especially first-generation students and those navigating financial barriers.
“Over the years, I’ve met so many students with incredible drive — students who were first in their families to pursue education, students working jobs while studying, students told they had to follow a single path to be successful.
SOAR exists to open doors — especially for first-generation students and those navigating financial barriers. Whether someone is building expertise in a classroom or through hands-on training, we want to support them and ensure they feel empowered to succeed.”
— Amber Russell, Founder of LOAR PLLC and the SOAR Scholarship Foundation
Two Pathways
The future of work does not follow one path.
SOAR invests equally in college education and skills-based careers. Both build leadership. Both strengthen communities. Both deserve recognition and support.
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SOAR College
For outstanding women pursuing four-year university or graduate degrees. Awards may include up to $5,000 plus mentorship and professional development.
College + Graduate
Women Applicants
Mentorship
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SOAR Skills
For students of all genders pursuing skilled trades, technical training, certifications, apprenticeships, and applied career pathways.
Trades + Technical
All Genders
Year-Round Applications
More Than Money
Scholarship, mentorship, and community.
SOAR Scholars receive more than financial assistance. The program is designed to provide long-term support through mentorship, professional development, networking, and connection to a growing community of peers and alumni.
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Mentorship
Support from people who care about helping students build confidence, clarity, and momentum.
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Community
A growing network of SOAR Scholars, alumni, mentors, supporters, and community partners.
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Opportunity
Financial support and encouragement for students building meaningful careers and stronger communities.
Apply
Choose the pathway that fits your goals.
Review the eligibility notes below and complete the appropriate application. Questions can be sent to Contact@LOARpllc.com.
SOAR College
Apply: SOAR College
For women pursuing four-year university or graduate degrees who are first-generation or have overcome significant challenges.
2026 cycle — closed
Applications closed: March 31, 2026
Recipients notified: April 15, 2026
Celebrated at the LOAR Summer Celebration, June 2026
Applications for the 2026 SOAR College class are closed.
Meet the 2026 Scholars and check back for the next application cycle. Questions: Contact@LOARpllc.com.
SOAR Skills
Apply: SOAR Skills
For students of all genders pursuing skilled trades, technical training, certifications, apprenticeships, or applied career pathways.
Rolling applications
Applications are open year-round as funding is available.
Recipients are notified within 30 days of submission.
Selected scholars are recognized at the LOAR Summer Celebration each June.
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Stories + Celebration
See the mission in motion.
SOAR is powered by people: scholars, mentors, families, supporters, and a community that believes opportunity should be expanded, celebrated, and sustained.
Featured
Amber Russell on Good Morning Texas
Amber Russell discusses LOAR’s mission, community impact, and commitment to building meaningful relationships.
Highlight
SOAR Drone Show
A highlight from the LOAR Summer Celebration and SOAR Scholarship event.
Get Involved
Help fuel opportunity.
SOAR welcomes donors, mentors, and community partners who believe in expanding access to education, skilled training, and meaningful careers.
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Donate
Help fund scholarships for students pursuing college, graduate education, trades, and technical training.
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Mentor
Support SOAR Scholars with encouragement, advice, career perspective, and professional connection.
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Partner
Partner with SOAR to expand access to opportunity for students across education and skills pathways.
Questions?
We would love to hear from you.
For questions about applications, mentorship, donations, or partnership opportunities, contact the SOAR team.
Watch: SOAR in action
The scholarship program in two minutes — and why LOAR gives back.