Our impact
Our Impact
Transparency matters. Here's the difference we make together — and where every dollar goes.
$745K+
Awarded since 1997
Direct support to students
747+
Students supported
High school & college
29
Years of impact
Founded in 1997
Platinum
GuideStar seal
Transparency rating
Recent awards by year
| Year | Awarded | Recipients | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,000 | 20 | 8 high school · 12 college |
| 2024 | $33,000 | 24 | 4 high school · 20 college/grad |
| 2022 | $35,500 | 31 | $3,000 grand prize · 25th anniversary |
Where our students come from
We focus on the DMV region — Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. — where the need and the community ties run deep.
Maryland48%
Virginia34%
Washington, D.C.18%
How funds are used
- Direct scholarships82%
- Programs & contests12%
- Administration6%