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BECOME A DONOR/SUPPORTER

By choosing to support the 2024 Cohort of VLA, you are embarking on a transformative journey that goes beyond mere financial support. Your donation directly funds scholarships that open doors of opportunity for students to attend the VLA Summer Academy. With your generous donation to the Vanguard Leadership Academy is nothing short of a transformative force, propelling us closer to our mission of nurturing future leaders.

THE POWER OF YOUR SPONSORSHIP

Student Sponsor Impact

Transformative Experience: Transformative Experience: Your sponsorship provides a life-altering experience for each student, offering them the chance to participate in our 4-week Summer Academy, become a VLA Scholar and receive ongoing support and enrichment throughout their high-school years. This program is designed to not only offer education and exposure to other options beyond the college path to success, but also to instill confidence and the importance of community in each student, both essential as we equip and inspire them to reach their full potential.

Transportation Sponsor Impact

Academic Achievement: By providing transportation to educational programs, underserved youth can access tutoring, after-school programs, and enrichment activities. This support can positively impact their academic performance, leading to improve grades and educational outcomes.

Improved Attendance: Reliable transportation reduces the obstacles that might otherwise deter youth from attending programs regularly. This can lead to improved attendance, in turn, to enhance the effectiveness of educational initiatives and promote consistent engagement.

Field Trip Sponsor Impact

Hands-on Learning: Field trips provide an opportunity for students to apply classroom knowledge to real-world to real-world situations. They can see, touch, and experience the subject matter, making learning more tangible and memorable.

Enhanced Engagement: Being in a new and exciting environment often sparks their interest in learning and opens their minds to other career paths and opportunities.

Food Sponsor Impact (donation in-kind)

Nutritious Variety: A food sponsor offers diverse, nutritious meals, expanding students' food options beyond school lunches.

Cultural Exposure: Exploring various cuisines introduces cultural diversity, fostering global appreciation.

Palate Growth: Trying new foods cultivates adventurous palates, promoting healthier eating habits.

Educational Enrichment: Culinary workshops with certified chefs enhance practical life skills.

Tutoring Sponsor Impact

Study & Life Skills: Tutors often teach study and organizational skills valuable not only for current coursework but also for lifelong learning.

Academic Gains: Tutoring improves grades, test scores, and subject comprehension, narrowing achievement gaps.

Confidence Boost: Personalized support enhances students' confidence and self-esteem.

Closing Educational Gaps: Tutors help underserved youth build and solid educational foundation.

VOLUNTEER

We are seeking volunteers who are enthusiastic about their expertise and eager to share their knowledge. We need individuals who are willing to actively engage and inspire our students through storytelling and various interactive and comprehensive educational approaches.

We Need Help:

  • College and Career

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Test Taking Strategies

  • Financial Literacy

  • Mindset and Goal Setting

  • and more...

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