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One semester away: help Abril graduate from Barranquilla Community College

A first-generation student, Abril needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of an accounting degree.

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Irene D. Arias
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Barranquilla
Abril is the first person in the family to go to university. She is studying an accounting degree at Barranquilla Community College, and is two terms away from graduating. She has worked as a night-shift cleaner to pay the way, but this term the hours were cut and there's an unpaid balance of $1,100. The registrar has said Abril can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. Abril has a 3.6 average, and a faculty supervisor has written in support. Graduating means a stable job and the chance to support the younger siblings. Without enrolling this term Abril would lose her place and scholarship eligibility. Abril isn't asking for a handout - She wants to finish what She started and help the next student. The payment will go directly to the Barranquilla Community College bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $1,100 goes: • Textbooks and materials: $75 • Final term tuition: $630 • Outstanding tuition balance: $395 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Irene
due date
2025-08-01
bill type
University tuition
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    Great help in a difficult time

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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    Patient and understanding

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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    Changed my perspective

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  • Trung Giang DiepQuestion

    can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Barranquilla

    • Vivian Banks

      Hang in there, Irene. Hope you get there. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of Barranquilla.

      • Consuelo H. Ibarra

        Thinking of you, Irene. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.

        • Verónica C. RangelID verified

          Praying for you, Irene. As a teacher I love seeing someone work this hard to learn. Thinking of Barranquilla

          • Oanh Thanh DaoID verified

            Hang in there. Study hard! Greetings from Lyon.

            • Naama Dahan

              hope things get better soon. I hope things turn around soon. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too

              • Ezra B. Ford

                Sending good thoughts, Irene. Education changes everything, hope you graduate with honors. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day

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