About the Foundation
Our mission, our history, and the values that guide every program we run in Sussex County.
Lighting the way for Sussex County's next generation
We open doors for Delaware youth through education, mentoring, scholarships and opportunity, so every young person can see a path and walk it.
We work hand-in-hand with schools, families, faith communities, and civic partners to identify students who could benefit from a mentor or a scholarship, and we invest in them for the long term — not just for a semester.
What Guides Our Work
Achievement
We set high expectations for every student and give them the tools to meet them.
Integrity
We're accountable to our students, our donors, and our community in everything we do.
Mentorship
We believe sustained relationships with caring adults change the trajectory of a young life.
Opportunity
We remove financial and social barriers standing between students and their goals.
How the Foundation Began
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A Community Comes Together
A small group of Sussex County educators, business owners, and civic leaders formed the Foundation after identifying a gap in mentoring and scholarship support for local students.
First Scholarships Awarded
The Foundation awarded its first round of scholarships to graduating seniors across Sussex County high schools.
Mentoring Program Launches
A structured, year-round mentoring program was introduced, pairing volunteer mentors with students in grades 6–12.
Countywide Impact
The Foundation now partners with schools throughout Sussex County to deliver mentoring, scholarships, and enrichment programming year-round.
Want to know more about our programs?
See how mentoring, scholarships, and education initiatives come together to serve Sussex County youth.