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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 All proceeds will benefit the Mark Garwood SHARE The scholarships
Will Benefit Mark Garwood Foundation Phoenix Scholarship program. provide a bridge to
a more stable and
Register with your own partner or let the North River
SHARE Foundation Shores pros find one for you. financially successful
The registration fee of $75 includes an official event future for those
By Jackie Holfelder tee shirt, lunch and awards. Sponsorship opportunities individuals dedicated
Pickleball is the hot new game in town! Coupled with are still available. to getting their lives
that perennial favorite, tennis, it will make for a day of fun “We are honored to partner with North River Shores back on track by
when The Mark Garwood SHARE Foundation presents Tennis Club in support of our scholarship program. pursuing career paths.
its first-ever Racquets for Recovery Tennis and Pickleball Proceeds from this event will help provide much-needed The Garwoods
Tournament on Saturday, May 22. educational funds to local men and women who have believe that if one
Women’s doubles tennis teams kick off the action at battled back from substance abuse and are committed individual can be
8 a.m., followed by men’s doubles tennis at 11 a.m. to long-term recovery,” said foundation president, Erica reached … one life
Women’s pickleball doubles will start at 9 a.m., Garwood. saved … or one
followed by men’s pickleball doubles at noon. The Mark Garwood SHARE Foundation was created person’s journey back
after John and Erica Garwood received a phone call on
to a sober, productive
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L AVARGNA AW PLLC May 24, 2014 that their 24-year-old son, Mark, had lost life can be eased, then
Mark’s life and legacy
his five-year battle against prescription drugs. In response
to this unimaginable tragedy, they established the Mark
Garwood SHARE Foundation in his memory. will be well served.
V i si t www .
. The 501(c)(3)’s primary mission is to provide educational racquetsforrecovery.
scholarships to local men and women who are successfully
org to learn more
. Wills and Trusts combatting the devastating effects of substance abuse and about the event, John and Erica Garwood, founders
. Probate wish to initiate or resume their education. register to play, make a of Mark Garwood SHARE
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a sponsorship.
program has awarded more than $210,000 to 32 qualified
recipients. Photo by Mark Garwood SHARE Foundation
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Licensed in the United States
District Court, Southern and
Middle Districts of Florida

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