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Education Support for Students with Foster Care Experience

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Bravo offers scholarships for foster youth pursuing college and technical education

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Meet Our Graduates

Fueling Futures With College and Career Scholarships

Why Education Matters

Bravo Programs of America empowers foster youth nationwide with scholarships for higher education and technical certifications. Post‑secondary education matters because it gives students the chance to graduate, certify, and thrive — building resilience that strengthens communities and opens doors to shared opportunity.

Impact at a Glance

Scholarships Awarded

276

Helping students access college and technical programs

Dollars Invested

Scholarships Awarded

$446k

Invested directly in student education

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Students Served

Scholarships Awarded

Students Served

Students receiving support annually

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Students Graduated

Completed degrees or certifications

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Persistence Rate

Students Graduated

88%

Graduated or still progressing

Behind Every Number is a Story

Each scholarship, each milestone, each graduation represents a foster youth’s journey of resilience and hope. Here’s one story that brings Bravo’s mission to life.

Nijeria Peterson - First Generation College Graduate

"As a foster youth, I never imagined earning a Master’s degree. Bravo believed in me, and now I’m breaking barriers in cybersecurity while showing other students that they can achieve their dreams too.”

Meet Our Graduates

Honoring Our Community & Legacy

In memory of john iras

Bravo Programs of America was co‑founded by John Iras, whose vision and compassion continue to guide our mission. We honor his legacy through the annual John Iras Scholarship Award, ensuring foster youth have the recognition and support they need to thrive in higher education and technical careers.

Transparency That Builds Trust

We share our progress openly so you can see the difference your support makes.

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Looking Ahead

Bravo Programs is committed to expanding opportunities for foster youth, helping them achieve higher education and launch meaningful careers. With the support of donors, volunteers, and community partners, we can reach more students, provide more scholarships, and create lasting impact in the lives of foster youth.

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