Greater Steps Scholars

It’s International Women’s Day and we are honored to celebrate the remarkable women who are breaking barriers, shaping futures, and making a lasting impact. Whether they’re mentors, educators, students, or community leaders, their strength, resilience, and dedication inspire us all. Greater Steps Scholars is proud to uplift and empower young women on their journey to success. Today and every day, we celebrate the power of women to change the world. Tag an inspirational woman in your life in the comments! #InternationalWomensDay #GreaterStepsScholars #WomenOfImpact #WomensHistoryMonth

March celebrates Women’s History Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible young women scholars of Greater Steps Scholars who are on their journey to making history and the trailblazing women leaders who have or are paving the way for their success. We’re excited to celebrate these future changemakers who are building their legacies and shaping a brighter tomorrow. Stay tuned throughout the month as we uplift some amazing scholars and honor the women who inspire them. #WomensHistoryMonth #GreaterStepsScholars #MakingHistory #FutureLeaders #WomenPavingtheWay

Join us Thursday, May 1 for a remarkable night of inspiration at the Greater Steps Scholars Believers & Achievers Gala! Come together with fellow believers in the power of education & community and achievers who are shaping the future at The Revelry, 701 Keswick Avenue, Suite 110, in Charlotte. We’re excited to celebrate together to support our mission and the success of our incredible scholars! Mark your calendars now—more details to come! #BelieversAndAchievers #GreaterStepsScholars #EducationMatters

?Exciting News from the Crescent Coalition! Greater Steps Scholars is proud to be a founding member of the Crescent Coalition. Collectively, we are excited to welcome three new members:?Circle de Luz,?Queen City Scholars, and?Latin Americans Working for Achievement (LAWA)! Now operating under the fiscal sponsorship of?Ascend Nonprofit Solutions, the expansion brings the Crescent Coalition to 11 organizations, all dedicated to supporting under-resourced students from middle school to college and beyond. ? Next month, we look forward to 50 team members from our member organizations gathering for the Crescent Coalition's inaugural Leadership Summit—a day dedicated to professional development and strengthening our collaborative efforts. ? Together, we're creating a seamless support system to empower students to achieve their full potential through college and career readiness, mentoring, and wraparound support! #crescentcoalition #charlotte #economicmobility

We are incredibly grateful to SC Johnson for their generous donation to Greater Steps Scholars. Your support empowers us to continue providing resources, mentorship, and opportunities to help our scholars thrive in their academic and personal journeys. Together, we’re building brighter futures and creating lasting impact. Thank you for investing in the success of our scholars! #SCJCares #GreaterStepsScholars #BuildingFutures #CommunitySupport

As 2024 comes to a close, join Cecil Burrowes, our board chairman, in reflecting on the incredible achievements made possible by your support. This year, Greater Steps Scholars has: Empowered students with scholarships Provided mentorship and resources for academic and professional success Celebrated another year of community with friends and supporters Watch the video to hear Cecil’s message of gratitude and why your continued support matters Make your year-end gift today and help us unlock even greater opportunities for our scholars in 2025. Thank you for your continued support and happy new year! https://greatersteps.org/ #GreaterStepsScholars #SupportEducation #BuildingTheFuture

Greater Steps Scholars invites you to our Friendsgiving Brunch – a time to connect, reflect, and give thanks together! Join us this Friday, November 22 at 11:00 am at The Speedway Club in Charlotte. This special event celebrates the power of community and gratitude, with delicious food, meaningful conversations, and an opportunity to support our mission of empowering scholars to achieve their dreams. Seats are limited, so RSVP today to [email protected] and be part of the celebration! #FriendsgivingBrunch #GreaterStepsScholars

Today, we honor an exceptional leader, Aisha Strothers, whose vision and dedication continue to guide and uplift Greater Steps Scholars. Your leadership empowers young scholars to reach their full potential, and your commitment to education and opportunity is truly inspiring! Thank you, Aisha, for your unwavering support, passion, and positive impact on every scholar and team member. We are grateful for your leadership and the difference you make every day. Join us in celebrating Aisha’s incredible leadership in the comments below! #BossDay #GreaterStepsScholars #Leadership #EducationMatter

We are incredibly grateful to Wells Fargo for their continued commitment to empowering our scholars and helping us make a difference in their lives. Thanks to their generous grant, Greater Steps Scholars can continue to provide essential resources, mentorship, and opportunities for our young leaders to thrive. Your support is helping us build brighter futures, and we couldn’t do it without partners like you! Thank you, Wells Fargo, for believing in our mission. #GreaterStepsScholars #CommunitySupport #EmpoweringYouth #BuildingBrighterFutures

?? Join us for a special opportunity to support Charlotte’s brightest future leaders! ???? We’re excited to announce the Greater Steps Scholars Friendsgiving Brunch (formerly the Charlotte Housing Authority Scholarship Fund) on Thursday, November 22, 2024 at 11:30 AM at the Speedway Club – and we need your support! We’re looking for sponsors and table captains to help us make this event a success and provide vital resources for students from underrepresented communities in Charlotte. Your involvement will make a lasting impact by supporting education, mentorship, and career development for these deserving scholars. Interested in becoming a sponsor or table captain? Send us a message here or email us at [email protected]. Let’s come together to create opportunities and change lives! #FriendsgivingBrunch #GreaterStepsScholars #EducationForAll #CharlotteCommunity #SponsorshipOpportunities #MentorshipMatters