Increasing College &Career Success

We fund scholarships and emergency financial assistance that remove barriers to college enrollment and completion. We build college-going culture through advising, ambassador programs, and campus tours that make higher education feel accessible and attainable. And we connect students to high-demand career pathways — through dual credit, workforce development, and P-TECH programs — so they graduate ready not just for a job, but for a future with real opportunity and upward mobility.

“I graduated with my associate degree and two certifications before I ever walked across the stage at SAISD. I started my career the same week my classmates started applying.”

— SAISD P-TECH Graduate

Workforce Development & Career Pathways

We invest in P-TECH and industry training programs for SAISD students so they can earn certifications, applied degrees, and enter high-wage careers ready to thrive.

“I didn’t think a school like that was for someone like me — until I visited. Walking that campus changed something in me. I applied the next week.”

— SAISD Student, Class of [Year]

College Tours & Campus Visits

We fund in-state and out-of-state college visit opportunities for SAISD students so they can make informed enrollment decisions and envision themselves in higher education.

Provides campus exposure trips for rising juniors

Connects students to academic resources at their future schools

Expands awareness of college options across Texas and nationally

“I was ready to give up after I got lost in the financial aid process. My Navigator stayed on the phone with me until it was resolved. I’m now in my second year because of her.”

— SAISD Graduate, First-Generation College Student

Postsecondary Navigators

We employ Postsecondary Navigators to guide first-generation SAISD college students so they can successfully enroll, persist, and graduate from college.

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“My scholarship didn’t just pay for school — it told me someone believed I belonged there. That belief carried me through every hard semester since.” — SAISD Foundation Scholarship Recipient

Scholarships and Emergency Gap Awards

Student Scholarships

We award 150+ annual scholarships to SAISD graduates so they can afford college, persist through graduation, and break generational cycles of poverty.

“I wish I’d had someone from my school to call that first month. Being an Ambassador means the freshmen I mentor don’t have to figure it out alone the way I did.”

— SAISD Alumni, College Ambassador

College Ambassador Program

We connect incoming SAISD college freshmen with SAISD alumni currently in college so they can build community, find belonging, and navigate their first year with confidence.

“I showed up to my dorm room with everything I needed, thanks to this drive. It sounds small, but starting college without that stress made a huge difference.”

— SAISD Graduate, College Freshman

Dorm Room Essentials Drive

We provide essential dorm supplies to SAISD graduates heading to college so they can start their first year equipped, supported, and feeling celebrated by their community.

“The emergency grant from the SAISD Foundation was a true lifeline—it allowed me to continue my education without the added burden of financial stress.”

— SAISD Alumna Nezmari Cuellar

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Emergency Gap Awards

We provide small emergency grants to SAISD college students facing financial crises so they can stay enrolled and reach graduation without dropping out over short-term hardships.