Everyone deserves the chance to pursue a degree, regardless of economic background. However, too many people are forced to leave school or are never able to begin school due to their financial status. Many of these people grew up below the poverty line with parents who were also never able to receive their degree. Without any assistance, they and their children will also live in poverty. And thus, a vicious cycle continues.
In the wake of this systemic issue, organizations have sprung up with the intention of providing assistance to underprivileged students. Amongst them is Wayne State University’s HIGH (Helping Individuals Go Higher) Program. The HIGH Program was founded by WSU’s very own first lady, Jacqueline Wilson, in 2013. This program was founded with the goal of helping financially stressed individuals receive a degree and break the cycle of poverty.
First Lady Mrs. Wilson didn’t want students to have to choose between funding their education and necessities, so the HIGH Program provides them with all of the things they need in order to succeed. This includes housing, food, school supplies, child care assistance, and much more.
However, as a non profit organization, the HIGH Program does not have infinite funding, and will need help to continue helping individuals go higher. There are a few ways to give to the program:
Text @waynestate to 52014
Mail a check payable to the HIGH Program to our office at 5475 Woodward Ave. Detroit, MI. 48202
Visit our website and select the option to make a gift
Any donations received would go directly towards funding someone’s future at Wayne State University. Give today and make a difference in someone’s life.
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