United Way Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Jasper & Newton Counties

Recipient Comments

" The SPSF program has meant a lot to me.  I have used the scholarship money in different ways over the semesters.  I have used my 3.0 GPA bonuses to start a savings account for my daughter so she might have the means to have a good college education in the future." 

"The SPSF program has been a great help to me.  The Fall Scholarship that I received helped me to buy school clothes, school supplies and send my oldest son off for his first year of college.  I am truly grateful for the assistance that you have given me." 

"Being a single mother of three definately has its stressful times when it comes to finances and this program brings somewhat of a relief that always seems to come at the perfect time.  I have used it to pay my electric bill, pay car insurance, and even buy diapers."  


"My son's third birthday was in December as well as Christmas.  I was not about to let my son go without a Christmas.  I had to put his Christmas on my credit card in order to pay my rent on time.  My scholarship helped me to get caught up on my bills for the month.  Once I graduate, I hope to give back to this program because without the support of organizations like United Way, we might not have ever succeeded."  


"I was elated to be granted one of the scholarships; the timing could not have been more perfect!  I was able to use the money for living expenses plus purchase school supplies for myself.  I hope to be able to give back to United Way enabling the foundation to aid other single parents for a brighter future as it has done for myself."