Seawolf Scholars Foster Youth Program at Sonoma State University
In 2016, Power to Soar Foundation established a grant for the Seawolf Scholars Foster Youth Program at Sonoma State University, which assists current and former foster youth in developing a campus community, and in accessing essential on and off-campus resources.
During our research into college programs, Seawolf Scholars stood out on a number of levels. Through State Assembly Bill 194, they are able to offer Priority Registration to enrolled current and former foster youth. For students needing specific classes to graduate within a four year period, this increased access to enroll in those needed classes is a significant advantage.
What most impressed the Power to Soar Foundation’s Board is the Professional Advisory support provided to students during their college experience. 30% of students drop out of college in their first year, according to the national average. Of the foster youth who attend college only 2-9% attain Bachelor’s degrees.
Sonoma State has an overall retention rate of 81% for their freshman students. They offer special advisory support to foster youth and this is one of the reasons why Power to Soar Foundation chose them as a partner. Be sure to read our Collaborative Spotlight post to learn more.
Guardian Scholars at Sacramento State University
In 2017 we are launching our new collaboration with Guardian Scholars at Sacramento State University. Their mission is to improve the life and success rate of former foster youth through a variety of services and supports that promote educational achievement. PSF shares the same priorities and we look forward to working with Guardian Scholars on our shared goals.
Renaissance Scholars Program Cal State East Bay
Renaissance Scholars is a program that exists to support the growth and development affirmer foster youth. Ultimately, they aim to improve the graduation rates of former foster youth attending Cal State East Bay by providing support services with the help of other university departments and a variety of community organizations. The Renaissance Scholars program aims to improve life outcomes for freshmen, transfer, and continuing undergraduates who are former foster youth at Cal State East Bay.
High School Senior Scholarship
Scholarship for current or former foster youth of a $1,000 with potencial annual renewal to be awarded to a senior student currently attending a Marin County high school who is planning to pursue higher level studies in a 4-year college program.
Power to Soar Foundation (PSF), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, established in August 2015 in Novato California. A foundation dedicated to empower foster youth by providing educational grants to helps youth complete high school and college education successfully. In addition, to support boarding, lodging and other needs such that kids focus on education and play to a successful and productive life.
Contact us: powertosoarfoundation@gmail.com