INVESTING IN FUTURES:

THE BF SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Unlocking potential and funding higher education or trade school pathways for Fort Wayne youth.⁠

Up to $10,000

Earnable College & Trade Support

100%

College & Trade School Eligibility

Grades K–12

Cumulative Program Pathway

Earning Your Pathway to Higher Education

Through the BF Scholarship initiative, dedicated participants build toward post-secondary funding over their years with The Brandon Foundation. Whether pursuing a four-year university or a specialized trade school, we stand alongside our scholars to ensure financial barriers don’t hold them back.

⁠Up to $10,000 Support
Students have the opportunity to earn up to $10,000 in scholarship funds based on their years of active participation in BF programs.
College & Trade School Flexible
Funding can be applied to accredited 2-year or 4-year universities, community colleges, or trade & technical certification programs.
College & Career Readiness
Integrated into our high school BF Launch program, scholars receive hands-on guidance for applications, FAFSA, resume building, and career planning.

What Students Experience in BizKids⁠

Designed for youth to learn by doing, our program bridges classroom concepts with practical entrepreneurship and mentorship.⁠

Interactive Workshops
— Engaging sessions led by experienced local entrepreneurs and educators.
1-on-1 Mentorship
— Direct guidance from business owners who help refine ideas and strategy.
The BizKids Showcase
— An exciting end-of-program pitch competition with real awards and seed funding.

Invest in a Student’s Future⁠

Partner with the Brandon Foundation to fund our mentoring initiatives. Download the 2025-2026 Sponsorship Packet to see how your contribution directly impacts local youth.⁠

Sponsor a BF Mentoring Student

Empowering local youth through individualized mentoring and family-focused support.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

-Jeremiah 29:11

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