Chasing an Education: Boston Scholars Program Helps Kids Win the Race

The selected students are held accountable even after acceptance. Participants must attend a few special programs a year as well as meet with their mentors regularly. “Effort and integrity are more important than actual GPA,” explains Mittelstadt. “We want to see if the kids are trying.” Middelstadt says that funding for BSP comes from four avenues: individual donors; corporations that sponsor events; foundations; and fundraising from various events the program throws.  

Boston Scholars continues to grow, having moved from an entirely volunteer-based effort just last year to a staff of two. However, help is still needed, and there are plenty of volunteer opportunities available, ranging from giving time to offering donations. For a more detailed explanation of how to get involved with Boston Scholars, visit the Web site at http://www.bostonscholars.org/.