Family Pathways Scholarship

Established in 2020, the Family Pathways Scholarship seeks to amplify the voices of Black students in our communities through the possibilities of education.

Inspired by national conversations on race and inclusion, as well as Family Pathways’ mission to affect positive social change, a local couple sought out Family Pathways’ partnership in the Fall of 2020 with a desire to fund a scholarship program for Black students living in East Central MN and Western WI.Our commitment to combat racism and grow towards change and inclusion, means we must be more than just words, more than just a statement. The Family Pathways Board of Directors and Staff look to the future for additional opportunities to build equity and justice for all of our neighbors.

Candidate must:

Live or attend school in Family Pathways service area which includes the Counties of Chisago, Pine, Mille Lacs, Carlton, Isanti, Kanabec in Minnesota and the City of Forest Lake; as well as Polk County in Wisconsin.

Identify as a Black or African American student
Be currently enrolled or will be enrolling in 1st year post-secondary school for the upcoming academic year

Eligible candidates must submit all required documents by April 12, 2024.

Documents required:

Application: Fully completed application. Applications are available both online at www.familypathways.org and the Family Pathways office in North Branch, MN.
Personal Statement: Your personal statement is the most important part of the application, as it gives the committee a chance to learn what is special about you.