Abrazos and Books is a non-profit organization based in San Jose, CA that provides financial assistance to university-bound high school seniors from Santa Clara County. Founded in 1990 by Rigo Chacon, a retired ABC Channel 7 South Bay Bureau Chief and three-time Emmy Award winner, the organization offers scholarships based on both merit and need, regardless of ethnic background.
Inspired by the devastating earthquake that struck Mexico City in 1985, Abrazos and Books aims to support and empower students in their pursuit of higher education. The organization's mission is rooted in the spirit of resilience and community, as it seeks to uplift and provide opportunities for deserving individuals from the local area.
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