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OUR MISSION

The Achievement Beyond Obstacles Scholarship Program provides support for and awards scholarships to deserving high school seniors who have triumphed over hardships, demonstrated personal leadership and courage, and yet show academic improvement.

Counselors from each high school in Washoe County are contacted to select the ABO Student(s) from their school.

Objectives

Each year, Rotarians and their partners will provide individuals selected as an ABO Student, with:

  • Leadership training and development with a nationally recognized program
  • Assistance in understanding what to expect in college, and in completing financial aid applications
  • Mentoring in career and life skills
  • Recognition for their achievements with a cash prize and an award event
  • $500 to $3,500 1st year scholarships for at least 10 students to attend vocational school, college or an apprenticeship program
  • Continuing scholarships for qualifying students in the second year through graduate school of their educational and vocational pursuits

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