Educational Support
Are you a former foster youth interested in going to college or vocational school but don't know where to start? Maybe you want to finish your GED or high school diploma? A lot of assistance is available if you want to attend college, community college, vocational or adult school!
B:E can help you
- find schools that are right for you;
- navigate the the application process;
- determine what financial aid you're eligible for;
- access available grants, scholarships and loans;
- get money for books.
Our Education Specialist will provide you with the support you need to access resources that will help you begin, and stay with, your education.
Contact: Courtney Ralph, (510) 667-7804 or Sara Goldware, (510) 667-7627.
SPRING 2012 BOOK MONEY SEASON OPENS DECEMBER 1ST. Check out our Book Money page for details and application forms.
Need To Finish Your Diploma Or GED?
Check out our new publication, High School Diploma And GED Resources: A Guide For Transition Age Youth. The guide is full of information about programs in Alameda County and San Francisco that can help you successfully complete your diploma or GED. Download the guide here.
Thinking About College? b2b Might Be For You.
Do you have a high school diploma or GED and are thinking about community college? Would you like to get financial, peer and adult mentor support to help you through your first couple of semesters? If you answered yes to these questions, the b2b Learning Community might be for you. b2b is designed to support former foster youth at Laney Community College to prepare for a satisfying and rewarding career.
For more information about the b2b Learning Community, contact Stephanie McLemore at (510) 301-0786 or email her at stephaniemc@beyondemancipation.org.
Education Links
California Chafee Grant Program
Grants for current and former foster youth attending college, career or technical school who meet the eligibility requirements.
FAFSA
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
California Student Aid Commission
Financial aid information for California residents
1-888-224-7268
Cal Grants
Grants for California students attending college, university, career, or technical school.
