Aracely Velazquez

“ My girls will have all the opportunities I never had. Their futures are changed! I will fulfill many of my dreams through them. I thank Mi Esperanza and everyone that helps us. You are changing lives.”

— Aracely

Aracely hand-printing for Arrowroot Everyday Dresses

Aracely is married and the mother of two girls. Aracely heard about Mi Esperanza from an announcement at her daughter's school. The timing was perfect to begin her education. While her daughter was at school, Aracely came to class and graduated from the computer course in 2013.  

Every day, after computer classes, she stayed and waited for her daughter to finish school. She volunteered her time and helped our sewing instructor with small tasks around the center. Through her volunteering, Aracely proved herself a valuable asset to Mi Esperanza. Soon after, Aracely was given a part-time job helping to pack t-shirts, organize, clean, and do other minor duties. A year and a half later, she accepted a full-time job. 

Aracely at a glance

• Married

• Children: 2

• Community: PInares de Oriente

• Mi Esperanza: Course: Computer

In 2018 Aracely was promoted to office manager. She's now in charge of enrolling students, attendance, teacher support, and other office duties. She also helps in the on-site store. Aracely is a valued member of the Mi Esperanza staff.

She always wanted to give her daughters the best education possible. Having a job at Mi Esperanza helped her achieve this goal. In 2020 Ximena gave her one of the greatest satisfactions a mother can receive. Her daughter graduated with honors from a very prestigious school. And she has already started university! About this event, Aracely said, "My girls will have all the opportunities I never had. Their futures are changed! I will fulfill many of my dreams through them. I thank Mi Esperanza and everyone that helps us. You are changing lives."