Ariane's College Fund

Greetings,

Ariane is an exceptional young lady from Burkina Faso who is well known for her intellectual gifts, commendable work ethic, and passion for service. As a Youth Ambassador for her country, she visited the United States in 2019 as a participant in a Youth Leadership Program under the auspices of the US Department of State. She set her sights on returning to attend college and become an engineer one day.

 

Ariane has applied to over 40 colleges and universities in the United States.  Thus far, she has received acceptance letters from Adrian College in Michigan and Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi.  

 

Adrian College has awarded Ariane a scholarship valued at half of the cost of attendance. Additionally, at least two other institutions of higher learning have informed Ariane that there is a possibility of acceptance. Unfortunately, Ariane's parents are poor and even with the scholarships, they cannot afford college tuition and expenses in the United States. However, with YOUR SUPPORT, Ariane's dream of graduating with an engineering degree IS POSSIBLE.  www.arianescollegefund.com 

Q&A

1. Who is helping Ariane in the United States?

Mrs. Josephine Lowery, College Choice Foundation, Executive Director; Retired Attorney

Mr. Larry Thornton, Proprietor, McDonald's Restaurants; Coca Cola Board of Directors

Dr. Wanda Humphrey, Professor of Education; Licensed Real Estate Agent in Alabama: Volunteer, Global Ties of Alabama

 

2. What is the goal?

Although we set an initial goal of $100,000.00, our ultimate goal is to raise a minimum of $150,000.00 to cover the cost for Ariane to graduate with a bachelor's degree in engineering and begin a master's program.

 

3. How will the money that is donated be used?

The donations will be used to pay for Ariane's college and graduate school expenses not covered by scholarship (tuition, room and board, access codes, books, fees, travel, personal care items, insurance, health care, clothes/winter coats/boots/shoes, laptop, printer, and any other expenses necessary to attend college in the United States).

 

4. How do I know this appeal to help Ariane is legitimate?

Please visit the website created by Ariane's team, www.arianescollegefund.com, where you can learn more about Ariane, her story, and her supporters.

Ariane's college acceptance letters

Sewanee College's acceptance letter for their 2021 summer-intensive language program

College correspondence

Video clips from Ariane

Video clips from Ariane's team

Awesome photos of Ariane's accomplishments

And more...

 

5. Can I make a monthly pledge to help Ariane?

Dr. Humphrey is the POC.  Visit the Ariane's College Fund website for contact information.

 

6. May I talk with a member of the team?

Mrs. Lowery is the POC.  Visit Ariane's College Fund website for contact information.

7. What happens to my donation if the goal is not met and Ariane does not get to come to the United States to go to college?
Donations will be returned to the donor.

 

 

Thank you for taking the time to read a portion of Ariane's story. All donations will be greatly appreciated. Together, we can change the trajectory of Ariane's life. Please give! We need YOUR help! www.arianescollegefund.com

 

Respectfully,

Ariane's Team

 

"The purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows." ~Sydney J. Harris

 

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." ~ Nelson Mandela

 

"A child without education is like a bird without wings." ~Tibetian Proverb

 

"There is no better joy than helping people around you go to levels higher than they ever thought they could. ~Dan Gilbert