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The Education Equalizer Foundation is proud to welcome two exceptional leaders to our Board of Directors: Dr. Kenneth “Ken” Carter, who joins as a General Board Member, and Ms. Keliy Fordham, who will serve as our new Treasurer.

On Wednesday, March 4 at 7:00 PM, The Education Equalizer Foundation will host a Scholar Check-In featuring Grammy Award–winning Dr. Reginald McDonald for a powerful conversation about what it truly means to move from access to impact — and how greatness is cultivated long before it is recognized.

The Education Equalizer Foundation is officially accepting applications for College PASS Cohort 5. If you are serious about college, scholarships, and competing strategically — this is your moment. Over the past four years, EEF scholars have earned over $10 million in scholarships.

The Education Equalizer Foundation is proud to welcome Dr. Kerwin Scott as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Million Dollar Scholar Brunch. Dr. Scott’s journey embodies the very values we instill in our scholars — discipline, preparation, resilience, and excellence.

On Saturday, April 18, 2026, The Education Equalizer Foundation will host our annual Million Dollar Scholar Brunch: College Send Off Event at the Santa Fe College Blount Center from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

We are celebrating our third year by sharing the growth and opportunities at The Education Equalizer Foundation.

At The Education Equalizer Foundation (EEF), we believe every student deserves access to higher education opportunities that fit their goals, values, and financial needs. Thanks to the generous support of our grantors, we recently hosted a Common Black College Application (CBCA) Workshop that brought this mission to life.

The Education Equalizer Foundation continues to lead the charge in preparing students for higher education through its College PASS Program. This week, Cohort IV scholars gathered for a dynamic and practical session focused on three essential areas for college success: scholarships, financial aid, and campus life.

The Education Equalizer Foundation kicked off Cohort IV of its College PASS Program with a dynamic first session focused on college admissions, mentorship, and self-confidence. Students participated in a hands-on admissions simulation, gained insights into choosing the right college, and heard inspiring messages from community leaders including Broderick Johnson, Judge Meshon Rawls, and Gwen from Wishful Thinking. This powerful launch sets the tone for a year of growth, college readiness, and leadership development.

For the fourth consecutive year, the Children’s Trust of Alachua County has joined the Education Equalizer Foundation as the title sponsor of the College PASS Program—a yearlong college and career readiness experience serving high school students across Alachua County.