Doorways Scholarship Program
Through the support of businesses, civic groups, a myriad of organizations and individuals who care enough to invest their resources in the future of our school children, the Doorways Scholarship Initiative, in partnership with Take Stock in Children, is giving low-income students the opportunity to work toward the attainable goal of a college education. While Doorways provides those necessary college tuition funds, this comprehensive program offers so much more including mentors who provide inspiration and guidance and school-based ambassadors who monitor student progress and enhance student learning through enrichment activities.
Donor contributions are matched dollar-for-dollar by the State of Florida through the Florida Prepaid Foundation. That means that every contribution, no matter the size, will be doubled in value. Starting August 1, 2011 the cost of a full scholarship will be $6,800, and will be fully matched to fund one deserving student's college education.
Doorways Scholars
- Students may be nominated for a Doorways Scholarship in grades 6 - 11. If awarded, they will receive the opportunity for a four-year college tuition scholarship by fulfilling a contractual obligation to attend school regularly, maintain at least a "C" in all classes, study for tests, complete homework assignments and remain crime and drug free.
- Since its inception, Doorways has maintained an 93 percent retention rate and more than 1,450 Doorways graduates are now achieving success at many of our Florida colleges and universities.
- Approximately $15 million has been contributed to the program.
- There are approximately 40,000 students in Pinellas County who are eligible for Doorways Scholarships.
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12090 STARKEY ROAD
LARGO, FL 33773
(727) 588-4816