Empower a First-Generation College Student

"I spent three years preparing for the university exam, dreaming of becoming a preschool teacher. Thanks to your incredible support, that dream is now within reach. With five siblings also pursuing their studies, managing educational expenses was never easy, but your generosity has made all the difference. For children, education is everything—the soil in which they grow, the foundation for their future. And there is no greater joy than connecting with kind-hearted people who help us rebuild and start anew."

These words come from one of our scholars, a survivor of the devastating 2023 earthquake—just one of the many lives you’ve helped change.

Through Empowerment Scholarships, we are not just funding education—we are breaking barriers, uplifting communities, and ensuring that students in underserved regions across the country have the same opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. As we approach the end of the 2024-2025 academic year, we are proud to share that, with your kindness, we have touched the lives of more than 3,400 students.

Yet, the challenges college students face continue to grow. Economic uncertainty, rising costs of essentials like food and housing, and the increasing financial burden of education mean that more young people are at risk of being forced to set their dreams aside. Now, more than ever, students need your support.

With the new academic year on the horizon, we remain committed to expanding our reach, helping more students pursue their dreams. Your generosity is more than financial aid—it is hope, opportunity, and empowerment. It is the difference between a student having to walk away from their dreams or stepping confidently into a future they once thought was out of reach. Together, we can rewrite their stories and build a world where education is not a privilege, but a right.

Links:

• Read more about the scholarship program