Take Stock in Children (TSIC) of Lake & Sumter Counties has received $12,000 from the Leadership Lake County Class of 2020. Funds will help provide scholarships to area students to be able to pursue their career dreams.
Take Stock in Children (TSIC) is a scholarship and mentoring program designed to break the cycle of poverty for low income, academically qualified students by providing opportunities for a post-secondary education. Students who begin the program in the 10th grade, are provided caring volunteer mentors, college and career readiness resources and, upon graduation from high school, a scholarship which can be used toward any Florida public college or university, or to a vocational/trade school.
The Leadership Lake County donation will be matched by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation.
“During a time when we’ve had to cancel most of our fundraisers, this donation is especially meaningful,” said Carman Cullen, Executive Director of the Education Foundation of Lake County which oversees TSIC. “This funding will help ensure that more students are able to receive the support they need to graduate from high school and get the education and training they need to jumpstart their careers.”
About Take Stock in Children of Lake & Sumter Counties
Take Stock in Children of Lake & Sumter Counties’ mission is to break the cycle of poverty for low-income, academically qualified students by providing opportunities for a post-secondary education. We offer college scholarships to students, provide caring volunteer mentors, and instill hope for a better life. Our comprehensive services begin in high school, continue through high school, and include students’ transition into college and career. To learn more about becoming a mentor, sponsor or to join our community Advisory Council, please visit EdFoundationLake.com/TSICLakeSumter
About the Education Foundation of Lake County
Established in 1987, the Education Foundation of Lake County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and designated direct support organization for Lake County Schools. Our mission is to serve as the connection between our community and public education, evaluating needs and securing resources to enhance the quality of education. The Education Foundation of Lake County operates for the benefit of students and teachers in Lake County Public Schools.
The Education Foundation of Lake County is ranked among the Top 50 Education Foundations in the United States by the Caruthers Institute. For more info, please visit EdFoundationLake.com.
