The UNCF in partnership with the YMCA Black Achievers Program, YMCA Minority Achievers Program, YMCA Multi-Cultural Achievers Program, and Leisure Hour Golf Program will host their 10th annual UNCF Portfolio Project.
The Portfolio Project, which aims to increase the number of minority and low-income college and scholarship applicants from states of Oregon and Washington, is an 11-week program designed to assist 11th and 12th grade students through the college and scholarship application process. Ultimately, the program strives to ensure these students create a portfolio that will support their efforts in getting accepted into college and receiving the necessary financial assistance to become successful college graduates.
This free program consists of weekly sessions that begin in August. The sessions are held at four locations across the Pacific NW — Seattle, Marysville, Portland and Tacoma. In addition to the sessions, Portfolio Project students will have the opportunity to apply for the Portfolio Project Scholarship and attend the UNCF Black College Fair in October.
Since 2006, Portfolio Project students have been able to clarify and become confident in post-high school plans and choices. The mentorship and guidance that has been provided from this program has not only produced a 92% student acceptance rate into a college, but has also helped students procure thousands of dollars to attend college.
The application deadline for students and mentors is Friday, July 17.
For more information about the Portfolio Project or to apply, visit www.uncf.org/portfolioproject or contact Vonzell McDowell via email at uncf.portfolioproject@gmail.com.
