Our recent Federation District Meeting was filled with wonderful information, exciting opportunities, and reminders of just how much Aggie Moms accomplish together!
DID YOU KNOW? The Federation of Texas A&M University Mothers’ Clubs, founded in 1928, continues to make an incredible impact!
2025–2026 IMPACT:
110 Aggie Moms Clubs nationwide
Over 7,300 members
Over $1 MILLION awarded in scholarships!
Nearly $144,000 donated to student organizations
Over $12.1 MILLION returned to Texas A&M students since 2007!
2026–2027 FEDERATION INITIATIVE Under President Alma Tovias ’89, the Federation is supporting the Texas A&M Career Center, helping provide students with valuable career guidance and job-ready skills.
UPCOMING EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES
October 31: Aggie Mom Camp registration opens at 8 AM. Spots fill quickly!
April: Family Weekend Aggie Mom Boutique and Spring Federation Weekend
MORE THAN SCHOLARSHIPS! Aggie Moms support students through care packages, service projects, fundraising, campus partnerships, and career development. Our Federation also provides valuable resources, training, and connections that help local clubs grow and succeed.
Our Ring of Honor Moms remain an important part of our family, sharing their experience, friendships, and Aggie spirit long after their students graduate.
From the annual Federation Quilt tradition to tailgates, Aggie Mom Camp, and Family Weekend, we celebrate the traditions that bring us together.
The biggest takeaway? Whether you’re a new Aggie Mom, a current Aggie Mom, or a Ring of Honor Mom, YOU belong!
We are proud that our Laredo Aggie Moms are part of something much bigger: a nationwide family dedicated to supporting our students, our university, and one another.
What a wonderful October meeting! Our Aggie Moms showed up in PINK and ready to make a difference!
We had a great evening of fellowship, reviewed our club’s finances, discussed our goals, and shared exciting plans for the months ahead.
Now it’s time to shift gears and THINK BOWLING!
Our 2nd Annual Bowling Tournament is right around the corner, and we need everyone’s help! Let’s bring in those TEAMS, SPONSORS, DONATIONS, and RAFFLE PRIZES! Every little bit helps us raise scholarship funds for our deserving Aggies!
A big thank you to all our hardworking Aggie Moms for your continued dedication and enthusiasm.
Together, we can make this another successful fundraiser!
Howdy Moms, Today we’re opening something special for the Laredo-Texas A&M Mothers’ Club Competition Fundraiser 2026, and we would love for you to be part of it. For a $99 donation, you’ll receive a professional portrait session, up to 90 minutes, at the location of your choice, anywhere in the continental U.S. You’ll have a full year to book it. And you’ll walk away with a stunning 16×20-inch dry-mounted print to keep. Every dollar of your donation goes directly to the Laredo-Texas A&M Mothers’ Club Competition Fundraiser 2026.
Here’s what’s included:
• Up to 90-minute portrait session
• Your choice of location, anywhere in the continental U.S., any time in the next year
• One 16×20 inch dry mounted print (Additional prints and digital images are available separately. Every detail is on the portal.)
Want to make it unforgettable? You can upgrade to Vacanva’s exclusive Kyle Field weekend for a $115 site fee, January 15 through 17, 2027. Upgrade link is in the receipt email after your donation is complete. This is our favorite kind of fundraiser: one you’ll actually love giving to. Reserve your portrait session → https://www.vacanva.com/laredo-mothers-club-aggie-scholarships-26
We had an incredible turnout and loved seeing so many Aggie Moms and Aggie Dads together. Our 2026 President, Sheri Porras, did a wonderful job leading the meeting and sharing our goals for the year, upcoming fundraisers, and exciting plans ahead. We’re off to a great start! Gig ’em, Aggie Moms!
Big shout-out to our September Hospitality Committee!
Laredo Texas A&M Mothers’ Club Welcomes Future Aggies at a Record-Setting Howdy Party
The Laredo Texas A&M Mothers’ Club proudly welcomed an incredible turnout at its annual Howdy Party and Membership Drive, bringing together incoming Aggies, current students, parents, alumni, and community members for an evening filled with Aggie spirit, valuable information, and new friendships.
The evening was generously sponsored by Commerce Bank, whose support helped make the event a memorable success. Guests were welcomed with an informative financial presentation by Commerce Bank representatives, who shared practical tips on budgeting, managing personal finances, and protecting against today’s increasingly common financial scams. Their presentation provided students and families with valuable tools to help them make smart financial decisions as they prepare for college life.
Following the financial presentation, Laredo Texas A&M Mothers’ Club President Sheri Porras warmly welcomed everyone and introduced the organization. She shared the club’s mission of supporting the comfort, welfare, and success of Aggie students while raising funds for deserving students from Laredo and Webb County attending Texas A&M University. President Porras also highlighted the many ways the club serves Aggie families through volunteerism, fellowship, fundraising, and preserving cherished Aggie traditions. Her heartfelt presentation helped incoming families understand that the Laredo Texas A&M Mothers’ Club is more than an organization—it is an Aggie family committed to supporting students throughout their college journey.
Attendees then heard from special guest Kayla Alvarado, whose personal stories and experiences as an Aggie provided encouragement and insight into college life at Texas A&M. Her heartfelt remarks helped ease the transition for incoming students and inspired families as they prepared for the exciting journey ahead.
The evening also featured exciting raffle prize giveaways, which added to the fun and excitement of the event. The Laredo Texas A&M Mothers’ Club is deeply grateful to the many generous businesses, organizations, and Current Aggie Moms who donated these wonderful prizes. Their kindness and continued support not only made the evening even more memorable for our guests but also demonstrated the strong commitment our community has to encouraging local students as they begin their Aggie journey.
A particularly touching moment of the evening was a special tribute to J.J. Sanchez, whose life and legacy continue to inspire the work of the Laredo Texas A&M Mothers’ Club. His story served as a heartfelt reminder of the importance of supporting young people as they pursue higher education and their dreams. In his memory, the club proudly awards the J.J. Sanchez Memorial Scholarship, ensuring that his legacy lives on by helping future Aggies achieve their educational goals. His memory continues to inspire generosity, service, and a commitment to investing in the next generation of Aggie leaders.
One of the most meaningful moments of the evening was the recognition of this year’s scholarship recipients, whose academic achievements and dedication exemplify the Aggie spirit. The celebration also welcomed the newest Aggie Moms into the club, reinforcing the sense of family and lifelong support that defines the Aggie community.
The Laredo Texas A&M Mothers’ Club extends its sincere appreciation to Commerce Bank for sponsoring this year’s Howdy Party, as well as to our guest speakers, volunteers, donors, and every Aggie Mom whose dedication and countless volunteer hours made the evening such a tremendous success. We also extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our community partners and local businesses whose generous raffle prize donations helped make the evening extra special. Your continued support allows us to fulfill our mission of serving Aggie students and awarding scholarships to deserving students from Webb County.
With one of the largest turnouts in recent years, this year’s Howdy Party demonstrated the strength of the Aggie family in Laredo and the community’s commitment to supporting future Aggies. The club looks forward to another exciting year of fellowship, service, fundraising, and scholarship opportunities.
A heartfelt thank you to Commerce Bank and Mr. Ignacio Urrabazo, President and CEO of Commerce Bank – Laredo, TX, for your generous sponsorship of our Howdy Party. Your support helps make this special event possible. We are truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to our community. Gig ’em!
Local Aggies proudly gathered with Mr. Ignacio Urrabazo Jr., President and CEO of Commerce Bank, Mrs. Juanita Sanchez, Past President of the Laredo–Texas A&M Mothers’ Club and Ring of Honor Mom, and Mrs. Sheri Porras, the 2026–2027 President of the Laredo–Texas A&M Mothers’ Club.
New and current Aggies, if you haven’t signed up for the Howdy Party, visit our events page!
Howdy! We look forward to seeing new Aggies and their parents at this year’s Howdy Party & Membership Drive! RSVP Required. Information on Events Page.
