We Care about Georgia Students
With the help of our Higher Community, we have made a great impact in the lives of Georgia students. Since inception in May 2018, we have served over 1,300 Georgia students and awarded nearly $40,000 in direct financial assistance. Thank you to our Higher Community for helping us provide basic needs assistance to Georgia students from all walks of life. Together, let’s keep taking Georgia higher.
Impacting Georgia One Student at a Time
This data captures our impact from May 2018 to May 2026.
Impacting Georgia One Institution at a Time
We are not in partnership with any of these Georgia institutions, and we do not own the rights to any of their logos.
Because of our state-wide, inclusive approach, we’ve served Georgia K-12 students and Georgia college students all across the state in both the private and public sector. With our Higher Community’s support, we will continually help Georgia students overcome basic needs insecurity, so they can go higher in their education and career.
Higher Student Testimonials
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Receiving financial assistance significantly eased my burden of covering essential cost-of-living expenses, including food and transportation. It allowed me to focus on my education without the constant worry of making ends meet. With this support, I could afford nutritious meals, reliable transportation to and from campus, and essential resources for my studies. This stability enabled me to fully engage in my coursework, leadership roles, and research opportunities, ultimately strengthening my skills and career trajectory. By reducing financial stress, I was able to pursue internships and professional development experiences that would have otherwise been out of reach. The assistance I received not only helped me succeed academically but also empowered me to give back to my community through service and advocacy.
Higher Student, Emory UniversityThis scholarship has been an incredible blessing. Since living on campus wasn’t an option for me, I had to manage the high cost of city rent while working part-time to make ends meet. The support from The Higher Foundation has significantly lightened my financial burden, allowing me to focus more on my studies and excel academically without the constant stress of my finances.
Higher Student, Georgia State University
I am incredibly grateful to The Higher Foundation for providing financial assistance during a pivotal time in my college journey. As a junior in college, I faced unexpected housing costs after not being extended on-campus housing. Moving to an apartment increased my financial burden, but your support helped cover essential expenses like renters insurance, transportation, and parking fees. Thanks to your scholarship, I am able to focus more on my education and less on financial stress.
Higher Student, Spelman College