The whole community benefits when students
are able to realize their full potential. You can help make the
dream of a college education become a reality for more
Jefferson County students.
Students
Students in the 8th grade who
have at least a B average (3.0), and come from a family where neither
parent graduated from college, can apply to the Education Sponsorship
Program. An independent committee reviews
applications and selects students based on academic performance, recommendations,
personal interviews, and financial need.
Volunteers
There are several ways you can help as a
volunteer:
q Talk with
students about career choices or visit work sites
q Conduct a
college prep mentoring session
q Help students
research colleges or funding resources
q Review college
application forms and essays for content and grammar
q Participate in
a committee such as program development, volunteer
recruitment, student selection,
fundraising, marketing and public relations
q Provide
administrative help with letters and mailings
Donors
First in Your Family is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit registered as a
West Virginia charitable organization. Contributions are used
to fund the Education Sponsorship Program. Checks should be
made payable to First in Your Family and mailed to P.O. Box 956, Harpers Ferry,
WV. Call 304-876-3871 for additional information.
