The Arturo Martinez Scholarship Fund was organized and founded in 2003. The scholarship is dedicated in loving memory of the late Arturo Martinez, who throughout his life was an active advocate of higher education. Investing in our students is the best investment we can make in our future and the best way to honor the memory of our late brother.

Our future starts today. Today's students can ensure the growth and future success of America. Your commitment will help to ensure that our community will reach our highest potential for success in the years to come.

Our first scholarship was awarded to Selena Mendoza of Macdonna Texas. Selena is currently attending St. Mary's University and majoring in Elementry Education.

Left to Right: Fire Chief John Ortega, Sr., County Commissioner "Chico" Rodriguez, Scholarship Recipient Selena Mendoza, AMSF President Sally Martinez, AMSF Trustee Stephanie Martinez

Our second scholarship was awarded to Gilbert Reyna, Jr. of San Antonio, Texas. Gilbert will be attending St. Mary's University and majoring in Criminal Justice/Pre-Law.

Left to Right: Scholarship Recipient Gilbert Reyna, Jr., Fire Chief John Ortega, Sr., AMSF Trustee Art Martinez de Vara, United States District Judge Xavier Rodriguez.

We are proud to announce that we will be continuing our successful partnership with Jarret Fire and Rescue and will be awarding another AMSF/Jarret Fire and Rescue Community Scholarship in 2007. To be eligible you must be,

• a graduating senior who resides in Von Ormy or the surrounding areas
• entering a university or community college as a full-time student in the Fall of 2007
• members of Jarret Fire and Rescue, AMSF and their immediate families are not eligible

Come back soon for application information.