Why It Matters

Academic knowledge is powerful. Project R.E.W.A.R.D.S. helps young people build on that foundation with the communication, leadership, decision-making, and self-awareness they can carry into every next step.

Even when a student is ready for college, the difference between financial aid and the true cost of attendance can stand between them and enrollment. The Malcolm Jenkins Scholarship ensures financial barriers don't stand between ambition and access.

Leadership • Life Skills • College Access

How It Works

  • Structured life skills and leadership curriculum

  • Experiential learning, group projects and guided reflection

  • Service leadership project

  • Scholarship pathway for ready students advancing to higher education

Program Outcomes

  • Strong communication and leadership skills

  • Increased confidence and self-awareness

  • Practical decision-making abilities

  • Community service project

  • For ready students pursuing higher education: gap funding ranging from $1,000 to $2,500 through the Malcolm Jenkins Scholars program—to help bridge the distance between financial aid and the real cost of college

This program contributes to our goal of empowering 1 million youth and young adults by 2040.