Outreach for Higher Education

Intended to create awareness of college and university opportunities and the processes necessary for matriculation from high school into post-secondary education including admission and financial aid processes. Additionally, the foundation is interested in programs from pre-K through grade 12 directed at improving access to post-secondary education for students (and parents) in underserved and economically challenged populations

Texas State University – San Marcos

Caminos Program Year 2: to support the Caminos Pre-College Access and Leadership Program designed to provide at-risk eighth grade students with an opportunity to enhance their academic and leadership skills.
Year: 2005
Amount: $94,824

Linda Lorelle Scholarship Fund, Inc.

To support the 2nd Annual College Preparatory Conference designed to provide high school students with the tools and information to get them ready for college.
Year: 2005
Amount: $25,000

Texas Tech Foundation, Inc.

Project FUTURE: to recruit future teachers by conducting academic conferences for students in grades 6-12.
Year: 2004
Amount: $111,910

Texas Business and Education Coalition

Texas Scholars Program: to support the Texas Scholars Program to promote rigorous academic achievement standards that will prepare Texas students for success in further education, equip them to compete in teh global economy, and help them to become responsible citizens.
Year: 2004
Amount: $50,000

Neighbors in Need

Super Nova Education Project: to support scholarships for 18 students through their four year educational endeavor and attainment of their bachelor’s degree.
Year: 2004
Amount: $97,200

Texas A&M University – Commerce

From Risk to Opportunity: Outreach & Access for Students and Families in North Texas: to support scholarships and mentoring programs for Hispanic and Underrepresented students.
Year: 2003
Amount: $100,000

College for All Texans Foundation: Closing the Gaps

To support the training and educational programs aimed at encouraging more students to prepare for and pursue higher education.
Year: 2003
Amount: $500,000

College For All Texans Foundation, Closing the Gaps

Public Awareness & Motivational Campaign: to support outreach activities to increase participation and success in higher education throughout the state of Texas
Year: 2002
Amount: $100,000

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