Budgeting Essentials
January 28, 2026
Essentially, being financially literate means that you are able to
Financial Literacy Scholarships are need-based scholarships that awards students $2,500 in scholarship dollars in exchange for completing Financial Literacy Training. This scholarship was created on the premise that:
HS students participating in service learning activities are 22% points more likely to graduate from college.
HS students participating in service learning score 6.7% higher in reading and 5.9% higher in science achievement.
Over 80% of HS students participating in service learning said they had positive feelings about attending school.
More than 75% of HS students agree that service learning classes are more interesting than other classes.
77% of HS students report acquiring new skill, knowledge & interests as a result of service learning.
67% of HS students report gaining a broader understanding of people & places as a result of service learning.
62% of HS students report a better understanding of the community and how it works.
OTHELLO ADJEPONG
Senior, Howard University
I’m incredibly grateful to be a recipient of the RISE Scholarship and a participant in the CORE RISE Program. This opportunity has not only supported me financially, but has also helped me stay grounded in my dream of becoming a dentist. This summer, I’m proud to be interning at the University of Michigan, the top dental school in America — a step that brings me even closer to my goals. Through mentorship, resources, and a powerful network of like-minded scholars, CORE RISE has empowered me to pursue my purpose and continue making an impact both on and off campus.
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