Career Success Scholarships
The Foundation continues to support our students well beyond high school graduation, and in the Career Pathways model, this support extends to all post-secondary programs, including scholarships for advanced certifications and college degrees. Counseling and mentoring continue through whatever post-secondary path is chosen into their first job, with face-to-face meetings when possible – and video conferencing when students are away.
Meet Our Alumni
Kelley Leandra Esquivel, a member of The Immokalee Foundation’s class of 2012, joins the many thousands of Immokalee Foundation alumni dedicated to giving back to those who so graciously supported them throughout their youth and in developing their careers.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, Kelley is focused on delivering the most compassionate healthcare to our nation’s veterans.
“Being a nurse for veterans holds a special place in my heart, particularly because my father is a World War II veteran,” she says. “Seeing firsthand the sacrifices and challenges he and others like him endured motivates me to provide the best care possible. It’s an opportunity to honor his service and the sacrifices of an entire generation as I ensure that today’s veterans receive the respect and care they deserve.”
Kelley holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Supervision and Management from Florida Southwestern State College and obtained her LPN Certification from Immokalee Technical College. While working full-time for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Kelley plans to pursue a Master’s in Health Administration.
Reflecting on her journey, Kelley acknowledges the crucial support she received from The Immokalee Foundation.
“The Immokalee Foundation prepared me for life after college graduation by providing me with essential tools to develop and grow in my career. Whether it was with helping build my resume, or networking. I am very grateful for the Immokalee Foundation’s ongoing support. They pushed me from the start and always made me feel that no matter what, there was someone there who believed in me.”
The numbers tell the tale
Total Number Of Graduates: Top Five Degrees
Degrees | Graduates |
---|---|
Social Work | 30 |
Nursing | 26 |
Psychology | 17 |
Health Sciences | 12 |
Elementary Education | 11 |
230 Postsecondary Students Currently Attend College on Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions
College Success processes all scholarship requests and distributes the funds to award recipients. After students are offered scholarships, College Success staff members maintain routine contact with them, helping the students to problem solve and make wise decisions. Students also attend a college readiness “boot camp” that prepares them for their higher-ed experience. The ultimate goal of the program is to put students in a strong position to graduate from college.
Students who earn scholarships through College Success (and all TIF programs) must demonstrate a combination of need and potential.