Page 6 - Martin Downs Bulletin - May '21

Page 6, Martin Downs

scholaRship oppoRtunity

New Scholarship Program scholarship awaits them, more young people with need The collaborative partners of the Copper Key Promise
Identifies MC Students With will access opportunity. Program are enthused and optimistic about embracing the
Since the groundwork for the Copper Key Promise
challenge of equity and inclusion through this innovative
Potential Program was laid out two years ago, five promising students and holistic scholarship approach.
have been selected. Each student’s family participates in To find out how you can contribute or more about the
By Jackie Holfelder the interview process and is advised of the role they will program, visit www.ninahaven.org.
Nina Haven Scholarship Inc. was established in 1953 be playing in supporting the child. Photo by Liz McKinley
to remove the financial barriers for any Martin County
high school seniors who have their sights set on a college
education. Over the decades, many recipients have been
the first in their families to continue past high school and
nearly 1,000 have graduated college or university. The all-
volunteer “hands on” board of Nina Haven has provided
financial guidance, emotional support and networking to
help the students stay the course and graduate.
Tracey Etelson, executive director of the nonprofit Nina
Haven Scholarships Inc., recently announced that the 501(c)
(3) has partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County,
House of Hope and the Community Foundation Martin-St.
Lucie to create the “Copper Key Promise Program.”
The four nonprofits collaborate to identify qualified
students – who have been underrepresented in the past
– in the sixth and seventh grades and wrap them and
their families in a blanket of services offered by the
organizations.
Recipients are guaranteed a four-year scholarship to
a Florida university if they maintain the grades, good
citizenship and other criteria established by the program
to help them make choices that change their trajectory.
Each year, at least 20 outstanding Martin County seniors
are selected to become Nina Haven Scholars, having
demonstrated a commitment to their education and the
character and leadership to succeed. Now, through the
Copper Key Promise Program, knowing a full-tuition 2019 Nina Haven Scholarship recipients. 2020 awards were presented virtually.

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Racquets For Recovery followed by men’s doubles tennis at 11 a.m. and wish to initiate or
Will Benefit Mark Garwood Women’s pickleball doubles will start at 9 a.m., followed by resume their education.
In the past five years,
men’s pickleball doubles at noon.
SHARE Foundation All proceeds will benefit the Mark Garwood SHARE its Phoenix Scholarship
Foundation Phoenix Scholarship program. program has awarded
By Jackie Holfelder Register with your own partner or let the North River Shores more than $210,000 to 32
Pickleball is the hot new game in town! Coupled with that pros find one for you. qualified recipients.
perennial favorite, tennis, it will make for a day of fun when The registration fee of $75 includes an official event tee shirt, The scholarships
The Mark Garwood SHARE Foundation presents its first-ever lunch and awards. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. provide a bridge to a more
Racquets for Recovery Tennis and Pickleball Tournament on “We are honored to partner with North River Shores Tennis stable and financially
Saturday, May 22. Club in support of our scholarship program. Proceeds from this successful future for
Women’s doubles tennis teams kick off the action at 8 a.m., event will help provide much-needed educational funds to local those individuals
men and women who have battled back from substance abuse dedicated to getting their
lives back on track by
and are committed to long-term recovery,” said foundation
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L AVARGNA AW PLLC president, Erica Garwood. pursuing career paths. John and Erica Garwood,
The Mark Garwood SHARE Foundation was created
The Garwoods believe
founders of Mark Garwood
after John and Erica Garwood received a phone call on May
be reached … one life
24, 2014 that their 24-year-old son, Mark, had lost his five- that if one individual can SHARE Foundation
. year battle against prescription drugs. In response to this saved … or one person’s journey back to a sober, productive life
unimaginable tragedy, they established the Mark Garwood
can be eased, then Mark’s life and legacy will be well served.
. Wills and Trusts SHARE Foundation in his memory. Visit www.racquetsforrecovery.org to learn more about
. Probate The 501(c)(3)’s primary mission is to provide educational the event, register to play, make a donation, or purchase
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combatting the devastating effects of substance abuse

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