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We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Kerwin Scott, EEF Co-Founder and Vice-Chairman, Mr. Jason Hurst, Real Estate Agent, and FAMU Graduate, and Mr. Boderick Johnson, President of FAMU National Alumni Association Alachua County have agreed to host Gainesville students for Fall Preview Day. In addition to the pre-planned Preview Day activities, EEF scholars will receive lunch, a football game ticket to FAMU versus Alabama State, and continued mentorship from The Education Equalizer Foundation.

Here in Gainesville, FL, to participate in the Juneteenth festivities for the first time are Johnny Vulture, Benjamin Andre, Dookie on Drums, Possum Jenkins, and Andre Ice Cold 3000!

Thanks to the Walmart Foundation,, the Education Equalizer Foundation hosted its inaugural ACT and SAT prep course. “Any middle through high school-aged student preparing for the ACT and SAT exam should consider taking this course. It will help them secure money for scholarships in college and improve their test-taking skills,” said Dr. Kerwin Scott, EEF Co-Founder. The course is 100% virtual, and the class size is limited to ten students. The small class size enables test takers to get the tutoring they need to beat the ACT and SAT exams.

One of the unique aspects of CPASS is its focus on building community. Through regular meetings and events, students can connect with their peers and form relationships with others who share their goals and aspirations. This sense of community can be particularly important for students who may be the first in their families to attend college or come from underrepresented backgrounds.

Our foundation has been approved to host a community project this summer centered around the impact of gun violence. This event is promoted by the City of Gainesville and is in collaboration with other organizations nationwide. We are interested in partnering with you to make the project successful. We are especially interested in mental health professionals, orators, writing coaches, and a three-person committee to serve as judges for our competitors. 

Attending college can seem daunting and overwhelming for many high school students. With the cost of tuition on the rise and the competitive nature of college admissions, it’s no wonder that students often feel unsure of where to turn for guidance. This is where CPASS comes in – a new program to provide rising juniors and seniors with the support and resources they need to succeed in college and beyond.

Congratulations, seniors! You’ve worked hard to get accepted into college and are one step closer to achieving your dreams. However, you may have noticed that the cost of college can be a significant burden, especially for students from underrepresented communities. Did you know that Black and African American college graduates owe an average of $25,000 more in student loan debt than White college graduates? That staggering statistic highlights the need for financial assistance to help students bridge the gap. To help address this issue, we’re hosting a College and Scholarship Working Session.

As the deadline for the Education Equalizer Foundation Million-Dollar Scholar Brunch approaches, we want to remind the Gainesville community about this significant event. This brunch is a celebration of academic excellence, an opportunity to recognize our future leaders, and a chance for us to come together as a community.

Tickets for the event are $40.00, and there are only 10 tickets left. The deadline to purchase tickets is Wednesday, April 26. This is a rare opportunity to be part of an event that celebrates academic excellence, inspires and motivates, and brings our community together. By attending the Million-Dollar Scholar Brunch, you will be supporting the Education Equalizer Foundation’s mission and contributing to a more equitable future for all students.

As we approach the Amazing Give campaign, we want to share the inspiring stories of two of our students who have benefitted greatly from our organization’s guidance and support.

We are excited to announce that Asley and Jose from Noble Sheep will be the keynote speakers for the upcoming Million Dollar Scholar Brunch on April 29 at 11a at Greater Bethel AME Church.