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Scholarship stories
Why scholarships are important to our program
Jose joined BLC two years ago when he was just in Kindergartden, he joined the program not speaking any English. He is now in second grade and we often have to remind him to turn the English off. We’ve seen Jose grow into the boy he is today, and this would not be possible without funded scholarships. This is what his mom had to say about BLC:
“Without the scholarship he wouldnt be part of a program, during summer he’d be at home with his older brother but that isn’t what I want for them.The scholarship helps me as I am a single mother, and can’t afford care while I am at work. I’ve noticed a lot of change in my son after BLC, he is more active, he explores different things like cooking, reading and science. At home he’d probably be glued to a screen, and here he is actually exploring and learning. I am very grateful for the confidence I have for the staff here, he is in much better care here than he would be at home, and BLC offers activities I just wouldnt be able to offer to him myself”
Santiago joined BLC a year ago at our Windom site, he says he was scared in the beginning. Now Santi is energetic, loud and unafraid of showing his personality. This is what his mom had to say about the program:
“I found out about BLC by going to the school’s front desk and asking about programs. I was on a waitlist for financial aid for another after school program, but I needed an answer or other options. I needed to work longer hours, I am Santiago’s mom, dad, grandparents, we don’t have anyone else to support us over here. BLC offered us a scholarship and I was immediately able to work more hours. Santiago is the same crazy boy he is, but now he’s supported and it’s by people I trust and have come to get to know. He’s able to be crazy, and supervised.”
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Trying to get rid of any of these materials on the list? Bring it to BLC! We are always looking for more games, art and STEAM materials, technology, and basic essentials for running our program. Email info@blcenter.org to inquire or drop it off at our site: 5300 10th Ave S, Minneapolis MN 55417.
