I recently received some life-changing news. I, Natalie Pattillo, a single mom from Alpine, Texas have been accepted into Columbia University  for graduate school.

I was immediately flooded with happiness and excitement for me and my daughter Amora's bright future in New York City. Since I will be receiving the best education for journalism in the world, my only other wish and goal is to help my beautiful and intelligent daughter continue the best schooling possible.


 Amora has been accepted into Twin Parks Montessori , which is conveniently close to Columbia University and where we will be living.  This program offers her an extremely supportive learning environment where she can continue to thrive. 



So many people have been supportive of me throughout the years, and upon hearing about my acceptance, several are asking what they can do to help. As a single working/student mom moving to the BIG CITY, money is going to be tight (to say the least). I've been incredibly fortunate to receive some scholarships for my program, and hopefully have a few more lined up. That being said, if you wish to help us out with monetary support for Amora's tuition, we would be eternally grateful -- no matter what the amount.

Lots of love and always dream big,

Natalie & Amora