Congratulations to the winners of the Art Poster Contest! A huge thank you to all who participated! Your creativity and social awareness truly shined in this competition. 

Today I had the privilege to present with AT&T Assistant Vice President, Mr. Richard Porras the following Investing in California Grant checks to our, more than deserving, non-profit organizations. The three non-profit organizations that have earned these grants were CSUF Center for Healthy Neighborhoods, operating at the Richman Community Center, Pathways of Hope, and Korean Community Center.

These funds from AT&T will be used towards a number of unique and significant program. From assisting low-income families with mental health support, referrals and filling out forms for COVID-Relief funds, providing rental assistance for one family household impacted by the pandemic, and supporting health care services during the pandemic.

I would like to thank AT&T for offering these grants to the amazing non-profits that continue to serve the 65th Assembly District. I am confident that this grant money will truly make a huge significant impact for all of our non-profits involved.

Happy Birthday to my mom, Joi, 83 years young today!

My mom is one of my favorite humans: funny, hardworking, and loving to all.

She has been a trooper since a very young age. As a teen mom, and having 10 kids - yes 10 - she has spent her life working, raising children, grandchildren, and her share of suffering with the loss of my two brothers.

Yet, my mother is resilient. She continues to love the beach, and all family-related activities. She has been there for graduations, birthdays, school plays, baby showers, weddings, and anything we need and ask from her.

I remember my mom staying up all night and sewing an outfit when I was in Junior High, because I really wanted it. She taught me about faith, about being selfless, and she never gives up.

I am happy to spend a lot of time with her. I know I am blessed, as some have lost their moms, but if your mom is still here, hug and call them.

Love to all moms, especially mine, Josephine!