08/04/2026
What started as a fun salsa competition turned into a moment we’ll never forget.
Every community selected one resident to represent them in our Salsa University Finals. As we were getting everything ready, a mom from Mesa Gardens walked in with her two children and asked if they could stay to watch the competition.
She never told anyone that Salsa #13 was hers.
She simply sat down… and trusted the process.
When the winners were announced, we were all in shock.
Salsa #13 had won.
With tears in her eyes, she shared that her entire community had been cheering her on. She told us the prize would help pay for a very important trip for her children. Then she shared something that touched every heart in the room.
When her son heard about the contest, he looked at her and said:
“If anyone can do it, it’s you.”
He believed in her before anyone knew the outcome.
And he was right.
Yesterday wasn’t just about salsa. It was about family, community, encouragement, and believing in someone you love.
Congratulations to our 2026 Salsa University Champion from Mesa Gardens! Thank you to every resident who participated, every community that cheered their neighbors on, and every team member who helped make this beautiful tradition possible.
Some victories are measured by trophies.
The best ones are measured by the stories they create.
