In this CODF Convo, John Castillo, the graduating nursing student at College of the Desert shares how a Student Emergency Grant helped him overcome financial challenges and stay focused on achieving his goal of becoming a nurse. Stories like John’s remind us that donor support does more than provide financial assistance—it helps students persevere, reach graduation, and build brighter futures.
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