New Jersey New York First Generation Scholarship Fund

Only 26% of those without a college parent get a bachelor’s degree. Due to the financial burdens of education, many first-generation students are unable to pursue their dreams of getting a college education. As first-generation college graduates, my wife and I personally know the difficulties and hurdles that many families face in affording a college education. We both met at Elizabeth High School in New Jersey and attended universities here in the state. Due to financial hardships at home, my wife had to work full time in order to afford her schooling. Because of the challenges that she faced in order to get an education, we created this scholarship to give to low-income, first-generation students in New Jersey or New York. Our education both in high school and in college has provided us with a gateway to great careers. We look forward to providing that same opportunity to someone in need.