Episodes
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Hello There!
In this episode, we connect with Ariana, her mother, and Ms. Smith to discuss the Time for Change Youth Challenge and how Ariana's initiative, Celebrate Crates, came to life. The discussion highlights the importance of community involvement, the role of family and educators in supporting youth projects, and the positive impact of such initiatives on personal growth and community well-being. The Time for Change Youth Challenge is open to students in K-12 and includes prizes from $1,000 to $5,000 to spark your journey or move forward with your idea.
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Learn more and apply: https://www.changemakers.com/en/challenge/tfc-youth-challenge
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Francisco Tezen, the president and CEO of A Better Chance, discusses the organization's mission to help young people gain access to competitive middle schools and high schools, leading to opportunities at top colleges and universities. A Better Chance works nationally in seven core markets, providing support and guidance to students and families throughout a rigorous application process. The organization also offers programming to support students beyond school placement, including college exploration and career development.
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Apply:https://abetterchance.org/program/apply/#form
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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In this episode, Daniel Barkowitz, Assistant Vice President of Financial Assistance and Student Employment at the University of Miami, discusses the importance of completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) and offers valuable tips for students and parents. He explains the FAFSA's role in determining eligibility for federal aid, including grants, scholarships, work-study, and loans. Daniel highlights common misconceptions, the importance of early application, and resources for help. He also addresses financial aid appeals, common mistakes, and strategies for covering college costs beyond aid.
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Get FAFSA Support: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/t9obTfkRyy3WSTVR/
Call For FAFSA Support:https://studentaid.gov/help-center/contact
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hello Friends,
In this episode of the Scholar Budget Podcast, we connect with Sarah Lankford and Taylor Gorycki from the Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation. They discuss the foundation's mission to combat hunger, the legacy of Stephen J. Brady, and the various programs they run, including the Stephen J. Brady Scholarship. We highlight the importance of youth engagement in community service, the scholarship application process, and the impact of the foundation's networking events. You’ll also hear inspiring success stories from past scholarship recipients and advice for young changemakers looking to make a difference in their communities.
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Learn: https://us.stop-hunger.org/home/grants.html
Connect: https://www.instagram.com/sodexostophunger/
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
Connect: [email protected]
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Hey There!
Create for Kids is a nonprofit organization founded by Suma Gadde and Sarah Younes. Their mission is to help kids all around the world, especially in places where they may not have access to organizations or nonprofits. They provide care packages to children in hospitals, reaching out to them through social media or hospitals. There is no age limit to get involved, and students can earn community service hours by partnering with Create for Kids. They also have chapters all over the world, and anyone can start a chapter by going through an application process.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/createforkidsorg
Join: https://www.createforkids.org/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Meet Percio Pichardo, Senior Manager of Recruitment and Retention for SEO Scholars. We discussed the amazing free eight-year program that aims to close the opportunity gap for underserved students. The SEO program provides academic support, mentoring, career development, and college readiness opportunities. The program guarantees that students who apply and enroll will attend a four-year college. SEO Scholars offers ongoing support throughout high school and college, including personalized academic advisement, career exploration, internships, and professional skill-building.
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Next steps :
Learn About SEO: https://www.seo-usa.org/scholars/
Fill Out The Miami Interest Form:https://forms.seo-usa.org/4937717
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hello There!
In season two of the Scholar Budget Podcast, we focus on providing information and resources to help students earn a debt-free degree. The stacking method, dual enrollment, and other methods are key ingredients to a debt-free college degree. We also emphasize the importance of completing the FAFSA application and addressing mental health and wellness in relation to scholarships and academic success.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree!
Love Rocky!
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Is it me, or did the summer get here faster than expected? Living in Miami makes it feel like the summer started three weeks ago. This is the time to start preparing for the beach, vacations, and getting scholarship ready. Learn what you can start doing right now to prepare for scholarship success. Don’t wait; this is your time to prepare for a debt-free degree.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hello There!
This is one of those episodes that can save you time, money, and disappointment. Using AI tools like ChatGPT for scholarship essays is not recommended. Scholarship organizations are looking for authentic and honest stories from students, which AI cannot provide. Relying on AI tools can lead to negative consequences, such as being caught for plagiarism. Instead, listen to find out what you can do to start securing scholarships and earn a debt-free degree.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hi Friends!
Happy Financial Literacy Month!
Let's talk with Eric Smith, a financial literacy coach who shares his journey from being a banker to teaching money management skills to NFL players, NBA players, college athletes, and other groups. He emphasizes the importance of cash flow management as the first step to financial success and cautions against borrowing more than necessary for college expenses. Eric makes financial literacy engaging and fun by focusing on the audience, using humor, and incorporating interactive activities. He shares memorable experiences, such as being the first to do a financial book club with NFL rookies and providing free credit counseling to mothers in distress. Eric's goal is to empower individuals to take control of their finances and improve their lives.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Connect with Eric: https://thefinancialliteracycoach.com/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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In this episode, Shaundrea Dixon, the founder of Progressive Opportunities, Inc., shares her mission to provide pre-college resources and scholarships to low-income students and families in Florida. She aims to break the misconception that low-income students cannot afford college and provides free guidance and resources to help them access scholarships. Shaundrea emphasizes the importance of local scholarships and offers personalized support to students in their scholarship application process. She also highlights the positive impact her organization has had on students' academic growth and personal development. Listeners are encouraged to get involved with Progressive Opportunities and to never count themselves out when applying for scholarships.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Connect with Progressive Opportunities: https://progressiveopportunities.org/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hey There!
Starting early is key when it comes to applying for scholarships. Scholarships and contests are available for students from elementary school to high school. By starting early, students can develop important skills and understand the value of scholarships. Let’s cover the opportunities for elementary and middle school students, including the Doodle for Google Contest, Gloria Baron Prize for Young Heroes, Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Young Scholars Program, and DoSomething.org. Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hello Friends!
Listen as Kay Thomson, the Executive Director of the British American Foundation of Texas (BAFTX), discusses the organization's mission to offer scholarships and programming to underserved scholars in Texas. We discuss the eligibility criteria, the application process, and the impact of scholarships on students' lives. Kay also provides tips for scholarship applications and encourages students and families to never give up on pursuing education.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect: https://baftx.org/ & https://www.instagram.com/baftx/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hello Friends,
Rachel Labi, a finance student at Purdue University, shares her strategies for winning over $60,000 in scholarships. She emphasizes the importance of finding scholarships through personal research and leveraging personal affiliations and identities. Rachel advises students to be good storytellers and to highlight their unique experiences and passions in their scholarship applications. She encourages students to overcome challenges and view them as opportunities.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hi There!
Pam Kirtman, the mother of Rebecca Kirtman, discusses Becca's Closet, a non-profit organization that provides dresses and scholarships to high school students in need. We cover the mission of Becca's Closet, its impact on girls, and the criteria for awarding scholarships. Pam shares the inspiration behind Rebecca's project and the importance of continuing her legacy. She also highlights the need for dresses and encourages listeners to get involved with Becca's Closet through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect: https://www.beccascloset.org/ & https://www.instagram.com/beccascloset/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hello There!
In this conversation, Tiffany Green, the founder and CEO of Uprooted Academy, shares valuable insights and advice on college selection, saving money on college expenses, and the benefits of community college. She emphasizes the importance of considering a college's fit with a student's goals, values, and finances. Tiffany also discusses the tools and resources provided by Uprooted Academy to help students and families understand and plan for the costs associated with higher education. Overall, Tiffany encourages students and parents to embrace risk-taking and build emotional resilience in the college planning process.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect: https://www.uprootedacademy.org/ & https://www.instagram.com/theuprootedacademy/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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In this conversation, Esron Holder shares his college journey and how he secured multiple scholarships to fund his education. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, sacrifices, and networking in achieving a debt-free degree. Esron provides valuable advice for students, including reaching out to admissions counselors, applying for scholarships, and being yourself in college. He also highlights the significance of building relationships with professors and seeking help when needed.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hey There!
Many students do not take action towards the scholarship process due to various reasons such as a busy schedule, lack of confidence, difficulty finding scholarships, and self-doubt. However, it is essential to push through these obstacles to secure scholarship money for college expenses. By overcoming self-doubt and seeking support, students can start applying for scholarships. Steps to begin the application process include creating a list of scholarships, choosing one to apply for, and asking for help when needed. It is crucial to push through the excuses and take action to receive scholarship funds and pursue educational dreams.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Hey There!
In this conversation, Ja'Net Adams, the owner of EMAC Consulting and Debt Sucks University, shares her personal journey of overcoming $50,000 in debt and provides valuable insights on student loan forgiveness and earning a debt-free degree. She emphasizes the importance of mindset, saving money, and making strategic financial decisions. Ja'Net also highlights the various options for student loan forgiveness, including public sector loan forgiveness, total and permanent disability forgiveness, and borrower defense. She encourages students to seek scholarships, internships, and part-time jobs to minimize debt and maximize financial opportunities. Ja'Net's practical advice and resources empower individuals to take control of their finances and achieve financial freedom.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect with Ja'Net: https://debtsucksuniversity.com/ or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janetadamsspeak/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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Youssef shares his experience as a college student and how he will be graduating debt-free. He emphasizes the importance of starting the scholarship application process in high school and not being afraid to apply. Youssef also discusses the impact of scholarships on his family and how he is now paying it forward by giving scholarships to other students. He shares tips on negotiating financial aid packages and building relationships with admissions counselors.
Grab your favorite notepad and pen. I’m about to show you how to earn a debt-free degree and make smart money moves.
Love Rocky!
Next steps :
Connect with Youssef here: https://www.instagram.com/youssefuniversity/
Connect: [email protected]
Learn: www.scholarbudget.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thescholarbudget/
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