Broward Education Foundation also presented scholarships to grads
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Broward Education Foundation in collaboration with Destination Dorm delivered dorm essentials to Broward County public high school graduating seniors who have experienced housing instability or extreme adversity, during the recent drive-through Senior Send-Off celebration. In addition, Broward Education Foundation surprised 25 students with four-year scholarships funded through The Frederick A. Deluca Foundation.
The graduating seniors received laptops, bedding, pillows, laundry baskets, lamps, toiletries and much more to ensure they can comfortably begin the next exciting phase of their lives. The giving collaboration included Children’s Services Council of Broward County, Broward County Public Schools Homeless Education Assistance Resource Team (HEART) and Immanuel Temple Church.
“We are so proud of all of our graduates and these students all hold a special place in our hearts. Not only are we sending these students off to college and in some cases, the U.S. Armed Forces, with essential supplies that they will need, we are also giving 25 of them the scholarships to fund their dream of attending college,” said Shea Ciriago, CEO of Broward Education Foundation. “We are certain that with these scholarships from the Deluca Foundation, the grads will achieve their highest potential!”
About Broward Education Foundation:
The nonprofit Broward Education Foundation aligns with Broward County Public Schools by providing grants for teachers who develop innovative curriculum that increases student outcomes; vitally needed school supplies for students and teachers in Title I schools; scholarships for qualified high school seniors; and support for programs and initiatives like Debate, Scholastic Chess, TurnAround Arts, STEM and more. Each year, Broward Education Foundation contributes more than $3 million to Broward County schools, serving as the catalyst for educational excellence.
In 2018, responding to the Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy, Broward Education Foundation initiated a GoFundMe campaign, established the official Stoneman Douglas Victims’ Fund and raised $10.5M for victims’ families, survivors and those impacted. Broward Education Foundation is proven agile, adept and responsive to shifting needs in education and our community. For more information, visit browardedfoundation.org, email BEFInfo@browardschools.com, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.
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