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Eradicating Food Insecurities
Helping students to thrive academically, professionally and holistically
According to a report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), an estimated 23% of undergraduate students (about 3.8 million) experienced food insecurity in 2020
Many students experience food insecurity when meal plans, groceries, or benefits don’t last the whole month. No student should have to choose between working to survive, going to school to better themselves, and simply eating.
In 2018 Harvesting Scholars launched the Harvest Cares program serving students from different demographics on local college campuses and throughout the community in effort to fight food insecurity among college students. What began with donated pastries from Panera Bread’s Doughnation Program and Red Lobster’s Food to Donate, grew over the years into a mission of compassion and care.
Today, as many traditional college students face financial challenges amid governmental policy changes, the Harvest Cares program continues to serve local communities helping students ages 18–25 to not only be prepared academically, but also holistically by supporting students’ basic needs while they pursue their degrees.
Whether its sending care packages or gift cards during exam week, Harvesting Scholars Cares!
We are offering grocery gift cards to students who have been personally impacted by the government shutdown. A little can go a long way!
💛 Who Can Apply
If you’re a current college student who could use a little extra help right now, you may qualify for a grocery gift card minimum value $25.
You’re eligible if you:
✅ Are 18–25 years old
✅ Attend a 2-year or 4-year college or university
✅ Personally impacted by the government shutdown
✅ Could use short-term food support to help you stay focused and finish strong
📌One-time, non-renewable, first-come, first-served, and based on available funds.
Click Here to Apply---> https://form.jotform.com/253046078276057
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Rosie Bell Memorial Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
1. Applicants must be a 2024 graduate from a Georgia high school or be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university, or an adult not enrolled or attending college. Recipient could use the scholarship to assist with purchasing supplies or needed items to begin work.
2. High School & College Students must have at minimum an unweighted 3.0 GPA. Working Adult Applicants must show proof of employment and supplies needed.
3. Students must provide a copy of your high school transcript (unofficial copies are accepted). *Current High School Students Only*
4. All student applicants must provide proof of acceptance/enrollment in a 2 year or 4 year college or university. Must be attending college in the upcoming school year (2024-2025). Workforce applicants provide proof of employment and supplies needed.
5.All applicants must provide a current recommendation letter from a school official, employer or a leader in your community.
6. All applicants, In addition to the application, write and submit an essay 300-500 words stating your educational and career goals and WHY you need this scholarship.
8.All applicants must have participated virtually, or in person at a meeting or event sponsored by Harvesting Scholars within the past two years. Share briefly your experience with the organization.
Completed applications can be emailed to harvestingscholars@gmail.com, or mailed to:
Harvesting Scholars
P.O. Box 4205
Cartersville, Georgia 30120
3 awards will be given; A current high school student and a currently enrolled college student and a working/employed adult will each be awarded. Funds can be used towards any college or work-related expense.
The deadline for this application and supporting documentation is 11:59 p.m. August 30, 2024.