Drs. Kerwin and Carjie Scott are the Co-Founders of The Education Equalizer Foundation (EEF), an organization committed to breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for middle and high school students. Through impactful programs like College PASS (Preparation, Access, and Student Support) and monthly ACT/SAT prep, EEF has supported students in gaining college admissions and securing over $1.5 million in scholarships. The foundation’s mission is to ensure every student has the resources and guidance they need to succeed academically and beyond.
Dr. Kerwin Scott, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Owner of Clermont Periodontics and Implant Center, brings a deep understanding of perseverance and dedication to the foundation. His journey from Lane College to Meharry Medical College and his successful healthcare career serves as an inspiring example for students aspiring to excel in challenging fields.
Dr. Carjie Scott, an advocate for equitable access to higher education, draws on her professional experiences at Tennessee State University, Vanderbilt University, and Santa Fe College to dismantle systemic barriers in the college admissions process. Her own challenges navigating college as a first-generation student without generational resources inspired her to empower students facing similar obstacles.
Together, the Scotts combine their expertise, leadership, and personal journeys to transform the educational landscape, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to achieve their dreams.
Our Mission
The Education Equalizer Foundation works to empower middle through high school students and their families on the path to higher education. We understand that the college admittance process can be daunting and complex, particularly for scholars from underserved backgrounds. Our mission is to demystify this process and provide students with the necessary tools to not only gain admission but to graduate successfully.
Our Vision
We envision a future where every student, regardless of their socioeconomic background, has equal access to quality education and the opportunity to achieve their academic and career aspirations. Through our programs and initiatives, we aim to level the playing field, making education a powerful equalizer that transcends barriers and opens doors to brighter futures.
What We Do
- College Admissions Guidance: Our experienced team provides personalized guidance to students and their families, helping them navigate the college application process with confidence. We offer workshops, one-on-one counseling, and resources to ensure that scholars present their best selves to admissions committees.
- Scholarship Support: We actively seek out scholarship opportunities and assist students in preparing compelling scholarship applications. Our goal is to alleviate the financial burden of higher education and make it more accessible.
- Mentorship and Leadership Development: We believe in nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. Through mentorship programs and leadership development initiatives, we empower students to excel academically and become change-makers in their communities.
- Community Engagement: We engage with schools, communities, and organizations to promote the value of education and to advocate for equitable access to educational opportunities. We believe that change happens when we work together.
Become an EEF Partner
We set high expectations for our students, encouraging them to become gainfully employed and to give back to their communities, fostering a cycle of empowerment and success. We aim to level the educational playing field, ensuring that all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background, have the opportunity to achieve academic and career success. By partnering with us, grantors and community members can help make a lasting impact on the lives of these students, supporting our mission to equalize access to higher education and create a brighter future for all.
Here is our why…
The Education Equalizer Foundation works with middle through high school students and their families to demystify the college admittance process and provide scholars with the necessary tools to graduate. The need is significant for first-generation, minority, and Black students, especially those in our headquartered state of Florida.
According to FCAN, the ranking of FAFSAs completed in Florida as compared with the other states.
Testimonials
★★★★★
The ACT/SAT Cram session was great. The interactions were amazing. Practice quizzes and reviewing the questions, especially the frequently missed ones, were great ideas as we got to go through them thoroughly so that everyone could understand. Ms. Jatori Little gives amazing tips/strategies, and suggestions on standardized tests.
ACT/ SAT Cram Session Student
★★★★★
Keep it up; you guys are doing a phenomenal job! The only feedback is I wish I had known about your organization sooner. My son probably wouldn’t have considered college if it weren’t for EEF. Your organization is an answered prayer.
Parent of an EEF Scholar
★★★★★
My daughter didn’t have the highest GPA or test scores; however, after she completed your summer session, you were able to help her increase her grades and overall work ethic. I don’t know what you said to her, but I am so glad she could talk with you guys. She starts college in the Fall!
Parent of an EEF Scholar
★★★★★
We took the boys on a college tour with EEF. They allowed middle schoolers to attend, which was everything I had hoped for! It sparked a fire in the boys about college, majors, the black college experience, and the divine 9! Shout out to the spring 23 Nupes, who we saw cross! When I say you have to keep your grades up…they have an incentive!
Parent of future EEF Scholars
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Partnerships
Partnerships
Coalition for College – Through our Coalition for College partnership, we can educate students about the college admissions and financial aid process. This application system enables underserved students an opportunity to apply to over 150 private colleges and traditional universities. Students can apply for free if they meet predetermined requirements.
Common Black College Application – We are partners of the Common Black College Application (CBCA), which has provided hundreds of students with acceptances and access to scholarships to over 65 of the nation’s premier HBCUs. Students can use our free application fee waiver code to apply using the CBCA.
HBCU Hub – The HBCU Hub application is the nation’s first and only mobile application that connects job placement recruiters with talented HBCU students.
Slate.org – Slate.org is directly integrated with Slate, Technolutions’ flagship product used by more than 1,500 colleges and universities. Slate.org extends this relationship to community-based organizations where the conversations about college begin.
Sponsors
Thank you to the following organizations for sponsoring The Education Equalizer Foundation.
The Wagmore Foundation
Drs. Corey and Erika Hartman
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The Education Equalizer Foundation Inc. 501(c)(3) is a tax-exempt organization. The EIN number is 87-3688925.
address:
602 S Main Street
Gainesville, FL 32601
call:
352-363-1197
email: hello@educationequalizers.com
