Brave Enough To Fail is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Fairfield County’s Community Foundation (FCCF). This generous grant will support the organization’s BOSS Academy program, aimed at inspiring students in Fairfield County as they progress through middle and high school and pursue postsecondary education and career paths.
Liz Hoagland, Director of Youth Education and Workforce Development at Fairfield County’s Community Foundation, expressed the Foundation’s enthusiasm for supporting the BOSS Academy program.
“Fairfield County’s Community Foundation is pleased to support the BOSS Academy at Brave Enough to Fail IN THEIR WORK TO SUPPORT LONG TERM GROWTH FOR FAIRFIELD COUNTY STUDENTS AS THEY PREPARE TO GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL AND PURSUE POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION AND CAREER PATHS. FCCF IS COMMITTED TO INVESTING IN PROGRAMS LIKE THESE WHICH HELP ENSURE EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITIES AND ADDRESS POSITIVE SYSTEMIC CHANGE IN THE SERVICE OF STUDENTS. “
Wayne Winsley, CEO of Brave Enough To Fail, expressed his gratitude for the continued support from FCCF.
“We are beyond grateful to have the continued support of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation. They have helped bring our BOSS Academy from a concept to our most impactful program. Their support is key to helping us achieve our mission of increasing student engagement and achievement.”
The grant will enable Brave Enough To Fail to expand its programs, extending the reach of the BOSS Academy to serve students in the Bridgeport, Norwalk, and Stamford areas. This expansion is a critical step in the organization’s mission to empower students to take charge of their futures and succeed in their educational and career pursuits.
For more information about Brave Enough To Fail and the BOSS Academy program, please visit www.BraveEnoughToFail.org or contact Wayne Winsley Wayne@BraveEnoughToFail.org
Brave Enough To Fail is a student-focused nonprofit that provides motivational programming, educational resources, and financial aid to help students succeed in school and beyond.
Our mission is to cultivate a new generation of leaders, creators, and achievers by raising student engagement and achievement by inspiring young people with the courage to pursue their dreams.
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