Pathways to College has been awarded a $140,000 grant from the Turrell Fund for the National Scholars Program (NSP) in New Jersey. This grant signifies the Fund’s 21st consecutive year of investment in proven, research-based, after-school mentoring and skills-building for “Scholars” of color living in under-resourced communities.

NSP virtual sessions expand Scholar horizons through meaningful learning experiences with peers across geographies. In-person touch points between Scholars and carefully selected, local teachers supplement the program.

“Investing in Pathways to College is one way that the Turrell Fund is addressing the urgent social, emotional, and academic needs of adolescents, as communities of color continue to recover from the effects of the pandemic,” said Curtland Fields, president and CEO of the Turrell Fund. “Partnering with Judith Griffin and Pathways bolsters New Jersey’s future through effective student leadership development.”

“The Turrell Fund continues to demonstrate a relentless commitment to helping dreams come true through the power of education, as evidenced by their decades of support,” said Judith Berry Griffin, founder and president of Pathways to College. “The generosity of this gift ensures that many more students throughout New Jersey will discover their potential and prepare for success as Pathways Scholars.”

While only 30% of students enter Pathways having been identified as “high achieving,” fully 100% of graduating Scholars earn college acceptance, and 90% enter college. A hallmark of Pathways is applicant selection based on potential, not standardized test scores or specific prior performance. In addition, the Pathways family of Scholars and teachers creates a warm and compassionate, safe and accepting learning environment.

Since 2003, Pathways to College has nurtured the dreams of nearly 4,900 “Scholars” in 26 sites with an after-school program focused on critical thinking and courageous leadership to support academic and career success. Hallmarks of the program include a focus on students whose potential may be overlooked, carefully selected local teachers, and intensive professional development. 

About Pathways to College

Pathways to College is an after-school program that helps students of color in under-served communities develop the habits of mind for success in college and in life. While only 30% of students enter Pathways having been identified as “high achieving,” fully 100% of graduating Scholars earn college acceptance and 90% enter college.

Contact: Alyssa Alston, Director of Communications

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