We Care of Chapin awards annual scholarships

Chapin, SC (06/07/2021) Each year, We Care of the Chapin area awards several scholarships to their clients or client’s family members who wishes to better themselves through continuing education. Scholarships can be used in any accredited school or training program that gives their students an opportunity to advance in their chosen field.

This year’s scholarship’s winners are:

Tonya* is a local graduating senior with a fantastic high school academic record! An avid writer, she wants to pursue an English degree as well as continuing her interest in music. The selection committee was very impressed with this student's determination to maintain a high GPA despite many COVID challenges, including having no WiFi at home. They are confident that this student will be incredibly successful in all her future goals!

Susan* is a university student, a rising junior with focus on child and family studies, as well as business administration. She is a first-generation college student! She receives disability services but that has not stopped her from maintaining excellent grades. She dreams of opening a day care, thrift store, girls’ home, and a bank that teaches financial literacy to minorities! In addition to school, this student also works part-time, is enrolled in a work study program, and volunteers as a youth counselor. The selection committee was so very impressed with her dedication and know that she will continue to be extremely successful as she seeks to make a positive difference in her community.

Congratulations to each of these deserving recipients!

ALREADY AWARDED FOR 2021