Mentor Spotlight: Elaine Connelly
Elaine Connelly is one of our mentors via the Osborne Association. Our first two New York scholars benefit from their program and are mentored by Elaine.
Alumni Spotlight: Lauren Yates
Lauren Yates became the first person in her family to receive a college degree. Learn about Lauren’s journey to become a school counselor.
Scholar Spotlight: Andrew Coates
Give Back scholar Andrew Coates has big dreams of becoming an actor. Learn about his experiences with Disney Dreamers Academy.
New Jersey Scholar Dinner 2018
On October 10th, 100 Give Back scholars from New Jersey attended a dinner to celebrate their hard work. We enjoyed a delicious meal, listened to student and university speakers, and heard from Bob Carr himself. Thank you to all who joined us!
Alumni Spotlight: Sergio Gonzalez
Read more on the powerful story of first generation college graduate, Sergio Gonzalez.
Community Leader Spotlight: Channel View Research High School
Give Back is fortunate to have the devoted leadership of Denise Harper-Richardson, Dana That and Craig Dorsi molding young scholars at Channel View High School in Rockaway, NY. Take a look at the impact of their initiatives.
Give Back Partners with Channel View High School Via the Outward Bound Network
Some of our Give Back scholars attend Channel View High School in Rockaway, New York. Read more on the partnership and the unique curriculum inspired by the Outward Bound Network.
Alumni Spotlight: Angie Dabrowski
Meet Angie, a 2017 graduate from Lewis University and the first in her family to graduate college. Learn more about Angie’s career now and the impact of the Give Back scholarship.
Choosing the Right College For You
Choosing your future college is one of the bigger decisions you’ll make. Take a look at some Do’s and Don’ts from our previous Give Back graduates so that you make the right decision for your future!
New York’s First All-Scholar Event
On September 15, all of our Give Back New York students attend the Fall Scholar event at the State University of New York. At the luncheon, students heard from the Presidents of Queens College and Mercy College, as well as from our founder, Bob Carr.