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We’ve guided 265

local students to complete college.

Read their stories

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Why college?

A college degree is still the best way for low-income students to have greater health, lifetime earnings and economic stability.

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Latest News
Scholar Spotlight: Vashnie Prasad
Scholar Spotlight: Vashnie Prasad

Read why Vashnie said “Sponsor-A-Scholar was there at every step.”

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Scholars Soar!
Scholars Soar!

Read about the accolades and accomplishments of four of our Scholars this summer!

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2019 Summer Activities for Scholars and Mentors
2019 Summer Activities for Scholars and Mentors

Summer is in full swing! Check out some fun activities for mentors and mentees for July and August!

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Confidence into Action
Confidence into Action

Our college Scholars share their wisdom with our high school students as part of the 2019 Summer Bridge Program. Top of the list? Call your Mom!

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We Succeed Together
We Succeed Together

Our deepest thanks to the volunteers who helped to steer our Scholars towards success during our 2019 Summer Bridge Program.

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A Legacy. A Goal. A New Beginning.
A Legacy. A Goal. A New Beginning.

Read the latest news about the Deborah White Memorial Scholarship Fund.

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Golfing for Scholars
Golfing for Scholars

Join us for a great day of golf on June 17th!

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Another Success!
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Say Hello to the Class of 2019!
Say Hello to the Class of 2019!

The 2018 Yearbook is here!

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Relax, it's exam time!
Relax, it's exam time!

8 Tips to survive exams.

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The Deborah White Scholarship Fund is in the News!
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All of our Scholars Are Going to College!

Our high school seniors are headed to an impressive list of colleges in the fall!

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Scholars

We work with students from Albany, Schenectady and Troy, NY. Most of our Scholars are the first in their families to go to college. Read their stories.

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Mentors

Mentors work with students to help them gain the skills and confidence to graduate from college. Hear from Andy, a mentor of an Albany Scholar.

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Donors

Donors provide funding for the college readiness programming and student sponsorships that transform the lives of our Scholars. You can make a gift today.