High school graduation is a huge milestone for our students and their families. Years of hard work go into the moment seniors walk across the stage, diploma in hand. That moment is a celebration for the student and their village. 

My family and Ward 7 community was that village for me and showed me how to be that village for others. When I left for college, it was my village elder, my grandmother, who helped purchase my books. She passed this time last year, but I carry her spirit with me. In her memory and with my family's blessing, I am partnering with the William O Lockridge Foundation to support 10 seniors (1 at each Ward 7 high school) with a scholarship for books and other educational needs in this next step of their academic journey. 

To increase our collective impact, I am asking for your help. Our goal is to raise $2500 and we will match the first $2500 raised.