What We Do

Support built around a person, not a program.

We fund the whole path — from the first application to the day a scholar walks across a stage — with three kinds of support that work together.

Good For Kids volunteers delivering school supplies
01 · Scholarships

Tuition & Financial Support

We award direct financial support toward tuition, books, and fees for women pursuing degrees, certifications, and credentials — tailored to what each scholar needs to move forward.

  • Support for both traditional degree paths and vocational credentials
  • Applications reviewed by educators who know what real barriers look like
  • Awards renewed as scholars progress toward their goal
02 · Mentorship

People Who've Walked the Road

Every scholar is paired with a mentor for encouragement, accountability, and practical advice — from choosing courses to navigating financial aid to planning what comes after graduation.

  • One-on-one pairing for the length of a scholar's program
  • Regular check-ins, not just a one-time introduction
  • Mentors drawn from our own alumnae and educator network
Rosa with her instructor
Good For Kids team gathering with scholars
03 · Community

A Circle That Doesn't Close

Scholars stay connected to Good For Kids long after their program ends — through informal check-ins with mentors and the educators who started it all in 2003.

  • Ongoing check-ins as scholars work toward their goals
  • Scholars who stay in touch with us long after their program ends
  • Donors who stay with us year after year, becoming part of the circle themselves

Good For Kids is a proud Community Partner of the Community Center of Northern Westchester.

Meet our Opportunity Grant recipients.

Every program exists because of the scholars who trust us with their next step.