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Kiaisha Merck

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My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the Winter of 2022 with your help! Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)

Education

University of Phoenix-Arizona

Master's degree program
2022 - 2023
  • Majors:
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other

University of Phoenix-Michigan

Bachelor's degree program
2019 - 2021
  • Majors:
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other

Osborn High School

High School
2004 - 2008

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Master's degree program

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

    • Culinary, Entertainment, and Personal Services, Other
    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
    • Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
    • Communication, General
  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      Financial Services

    • Dream career goals:

      Entrepreneur

    • Guest service

      Detroit tigers
      2009 – 20134 years
    • Territory manager

      Reach
      2013 – Present11 years

    Sports

    Cheerleading

    Varsity
    2004 – 20084 years

    Research

    • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other

      Researcher
      2020 – Present

    Arts

    • Shamrocks

      Dance
      2000 – 2004

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      Boys and girls club — Desk clerk
      2012 – 2018
    • Volunteering

      Capuchin — Serving food to the homeless
      2013 – 2016

    Future Interests

    Advocacy

    Volunteering

    Philanthropy

    Entrepreneurship

    Career Search Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Seherzada Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Dylan's Journey Memorial Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    I Can Do Anything Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them.
    Humanize LLC Gives In Honor of Shirley Kelley Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Charles Pulling Sr. Memorial Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Dr. Jade Education Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Caleb G. Banegas Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    STAR Scholarship - Students Taking Alternative Routes
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Rebecca Hunter Memorial Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Organic Formula Shop Single Parent Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. My mom was a single parent as well and she is and will always be my superhero. She has been my coparent in helping raising my daughter. I owe her everything, if I win she wins. My mom has always been so determined and never gave up no matter what obstacles she faced. She made she my brother and I had everything and I’m forever indebted. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 20,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan-to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. I want to create a foundation of good habits for my daughter to follow. Teach her things about being financially successful, that I wasn’t taught. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    @normandiealise #GenWealth Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Ruthie Brown Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Charles Cheesman's Student Debt Reduction Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 60000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! I’m currently working two jobs to support my Daughter and I. Any extra money will goes towards bills and her daycare. One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plan to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Lotus Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. My mom was a single parent as well and she is and will always be my superhero. She has been my coparent in helping raising my daughter. I owe her everything, if I win she wins. My mom has always been so determined and never gave up no matter what obstacles she faced. She made she my brother and I had everything and I’m forever indebted. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 20,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plant to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Augustus L. Harper Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 20,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plant to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Supermom Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. My mom was a single parent as well and she is and will always be my superhero. She has been my coparent in helping raising my daughter. I owe her everything, if I win she wins. My mom has always been so determined and never gave up no matter what obstacles she faced. She made she my brother and I had everything and I’m forever indebted. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 20,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plant to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Yvela Michele Memorial Scholarship for Resilient Single Parents
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 20,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plant to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Dr. Jade Education Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 20,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the winter of 2022 with your help! One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plant to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Law Family Single Parent Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I graduated in November 2021 with my bachelors in business I thought I was finish however, I just enrolled for my masters. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. I always tell people treat others, how you will want to be treated. What you put out in the world is what you get back. Be kind to all and spread great vibes. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. I have over 20,000 in loans. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the fall of 2022 with your help! One of the most popular and beneficial ways to positively impact your community is through giving back. You can give away items, services, or time to your community. You can also give money to a charity or cause you to believe in it. These small acts of kindness will make a difference and spread positive emotions. It just takes one person to start the paying it forward movement. I plant to pay it forward by helping kids understand the importance of student debt. I had to learn and figure things out on my own. I don’t want my daughter to follow in my footsteps on creating bad spending habits. I want to show her the importance of a dollar and how to save for the future. With me learning the correct way over the years, I just want to teach others what to do and not do. Thank you for taking the time out to review my profile! (^_^)
    Bold Moments No-Essay Scholarship
    This was far the best experience I ever had. I’m afraid of heights. While on vacation in Lake Tahoe. We decided to take a hike, a girl who isn’t use to anything other than being a couch potato. On that trip I conquered my fears of heights, by hiking this mountain. I experienced the outdoors more than I ever had. After this trip a new person was born. She was born fearless, ready to take on the world one trail at a time.
    Organic Formula Shop Single Parent Scholarship
    Being a single mom is the hardest, most empowering thing I’ve ever done. Sometimes I feel like a horrible mom. I catch myself picking up my phone a lot. I have to remind myself that the life I created needs all my attention. One thing I really didn’t expect was the intense isolation that comes with being a single mom. When you’re married, your partner's constant presence that you can crave having the house to yourself, those were the days. I had my baby in the beginning of the pandemic. It was hard, I couldn’t trust anyone to come over in fear of the virus. During those months of isolation I’ve developed post-partum. It’s the worst feeling ever I felt like I was failing as a mom. I felt as though I wasn’t good enough for her. Life was kicking my butt, I refused to lose though. Being a single mom is not easy. Juggling school, work a baby is rough. I think have a baby during a pandemic is 10x’s harder. What kept me motivated was her. My chunky little side kick, is who keeps me motivated. Her sassy attitude is what I live for. Something so small is so fearless. Since day one she has proved that she is independent. I felt like quitting school a lot. I’ve come so far that I realized I couldn’t do that. This is something I’ve be trying to finish for so long I refuse to quit. This is something I will complete. I was working a full time job. I went part time because I was afraid to put her in daycare. That was a fail because I couldn’t afford half of my bills. I have accumulated so much debt, I’m trying to find ways to make money. So I had to go back to working full time to try to unbury myself out of debt. What I find most challenging about being a single mom is not having the help from dad. Yes I have family but it is not their responsibility to step in help me. I know they will if I ask but, they shouldn’t. It is seriously hard to be a single parent. You have to deal with all of the parental duties while juggling work, cleaning the house, cooking dinner, having relationships with others, and what happens if you get sick? You certainly cannot call in and take the day off from being a parent! What is rewarding about being a single mom is I realized that I will never be alone. Life showed me I needed her to complete what was missing. She was the missing puzzle piece. She is why I am determined to complete all my goals. Everything I do is for her. She is my greatest achievement. She is my everything. This scholarship will help me by not having to take out additional loans. It’s already hard enough trying pay for school out of pocket. I don’t want to dig myself in a bigger whole that I’m already in.
    Pro-Life Advocates Scholarship
    Being a single mom is the hardest, most empowering thing I’ve ever done. Sometimes I feel like a horrible mom. I catch myself picking up my phone a lot. I have to remind myself that the life I created needs all my attention. One thing I really didn’t expect was the intense isolation that comes with being a single mom. When you’re married, your partner's constant presence that you can crave having the house to yourself, those were the days. I had my baby in the beginning of the pandemic. It was hard, I couldn’t trust anyone to come over in fear of the virus. During those months of isolation I’ve developed post-partum. It’s the worst feeling ever I felt like I was failing as a mom. I felt as though I wasn’t good enough for her. Life was kicking my butt, I refused to lose though. Being a single mom is not easy. Juggling school, work a baby is rough. I think have a baby during a pandemic is 10x’s harder. What kept me motivated was her. I’m a single mother because I chose to have my baby. I knew that I would be raising her alone and I’m ok with that. From the moment I found out I was pregnant there was no doubt in my mind that I was keeping my baby. Pro-life meant you only cared for the rights of the unborn. All human beings have human rights. Everyone counts. This is a principle of justice. Pregnant women often face very difficult circumstances. But if unborn children are valuable human beings, like born children, then killing them is no more justified in tough situations like financial hardships. Our response to the difficulties women face should be to provide support, resources, and ethical alternative, so no woman feels like abortion is her only option. There are a lot of options like adoption. According to mccl.org “People often say that pro-lifers are trying to force their religious beliefs on the rest of society. But the pro-life position is supported by science and reason and is held by many non-religious people. Opposition to killing unborn children is no more inherently "religious" than opposition to killing teenagers (or anyone else). Moreover, the fact that a person's position on an issue may be influenced by religion should not exclude it from public consideration.” Pro-life is not a religion, no one is forcing anything on anyone. I think it just information that needs to be heard before one makes that type of decision. Having a baby may seem like it’s hard when you have the weight of the world on your shoulders, but when that baby gets here. Your whole world shifts and you would do whatever it takes to make sure that baby lives a great life.
    "Wise Words" Scholarship
    My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style." Maya Angelou I live by this because who wants to live of life or living paycheck to paycheck. I want a life so fulfilling I want to to tell my grandkids about my adventures. How i traveled the world, and sampled foods from all over there world. I want to dress up just because I want to feel good about myself, not just dress up and go to work. I want to laugh with my friends and just enjoy the time we have together. Life is short it shouldn’t be about need to survive, it should be about the will to live and make the best out the days to come.
    3LAU "Everything" Scholarship
    Being a single mom is the hardest, most empowering thing I’ve ever done. Sometimes I feel like a horrible mom. I catch myself picking up my phone a lot. I have to remind myself that the life I created needs all my attention. One thing I really didn’t expect was the intense isolation that comes with being a single mom. When you’re married, your partner's constant presence that you can crave having the house to yourself, those were the days. I had my baby in the beginning of the pandemic. It was hard, I couldn’t trust anyone to come over in fear of the virus. During those months of isolation I’ve developed post-partum. It’s the worst feeling ever I felt like I was failing as a mom. I felt as though I wasn’t good enough for her. Life was kicking my butt, I refused to lose though. Being a single mom is not easy. Juggling school, work a baby is rough. I think have a baby during a pandemic is 10x’s harder. What kept me motivated was her. My chunky little side kick, is who keeps me motivated. Her sassy attitude is what I live for. Something so small is so fearless. Since day one she has proved that she is independent. I felt like quitting school a lot. I’ve come so far that I realized I couldn’t do that. This is something I’ve be trying to finish for so long I refuse to quit. This is something I will complete. I was working a full time job. I went part time because I was afraid to put her in daycare. That was a fail because I couldn’t afford half of my bills. I have accumulated so much debt, I’m trying to find ways to make money. So I had to go back to working full time to try to unbury myself out of debt. What I find most challenging about being a single mom is not having the help from dad. Yes I have family but it is not their responsibility to step in help me. I know they will if I ask but, they shouldn’t. It is seriously hard to be a single parent. You have to deal with all of the parental duties while juggling work, cleaning the house, cooking dinner, having relationships with others, and what happens if you get sick? You certainly cannot call in and take the day off from being a parent! What is rewarding about being a single mom is I realized that I will never be alone. Life showed me I needed her to complete what was missing. She was the missing puzzle piece. She is why I am determined to complete all my goals. Everything I do is for her. She is my greatest achievement. She is my everything.
    WCEJ Thornton Foundation Low-Income Scholarship
    Being a black single mom is the hardest, most empowering thing I’ve ever done. Sometimes I feel like a horrible mom. I catch myself picking up my phone a lot. I have to remind myself that the life I created needs all my attention. One thing I really didn’t expect was the intense isolation that comes with being a single mom. When you’re married, your partner's constant presence that you can crave having the house to yourself, those were the days. I had my baby in the beginning of the pandemic. It was hard, I couldn’t trust anyone to come over in fear of the virus. During those months of isolation I’ve developed post-partum. It’s the worst feeling ever I felt like I was failing as a mom. I felt as though I wasn’t good enough for her. Life was kicking my butt, I refused to lose though. Being a single mom is not easy. Juggling school, work a baby is rough. I think have a baby during a pandemic is 10x’s harder. What kept me motivated was her. My chunky little side kick, is who keeps me motivated. Her sassy attitude is what I live for. Something so small is so fearless. Since day one she has proved that she is independent. I felt like quitting school a lot. I’ve come so far that I realized I couldn’t do that. This is something I’ve be trying to finish for so long I refuse to quit. This is something I will complete. I was working a full time job. I went part time because I was afraid to put her in daycare. That was a fail because I couldn’t afford half of my bills. I have accumulated so much debt, I’m trying to find ways to make money. So I had to go back to working full time to try to unbury myself out of debt. What I find most challenging about being a single mom is not having the help from dad. Yes I have family but it is not their responsibility to step in help me. I know they will if I ask but, they shouldn’t. It is seriously hard to be a single parent. You have to deal with all of the parental duties while juggling work, cleaning the house, cooking dinner, having relationships with others, and what happens if you get sick? You certainly cannot call in and take the day off from being a parent! What is rewarding about being a single mom is I realized that I will never be alone. Life showed me I needed her to complete what was missing. She was the missing puzzle piece. She is why I am determined to complete all my goals. Everything I do is for her. She is my greatest achievement.
    JuJu Foundation Scholarship
    Being a black single mom is the hardest, most empowering thing I’ve ever done. Sometimes I feel like a horrible mom. I catch myself picking up my phone a lot. I have to remind myself that the life I created needs all my attention. One thing I really didn’t expect was the intense isolation that comes with being a single mom. When you’re married, your partner's constant presence that you can crave having the house to yourself, those were the days. I had my baby in the beginning of the pandemic. It was hard, I couldn’t trust anyone to come over in fear of the virus. During those months of isolation I’ve developed post-partum. It’s the worst feeling ever I felt like I was failing as a mom. I felt as though I wasn’t good enough for her. Life was kicking my butt, I refused to lose though. Being a single mom is not easy. Juggling school, work a baby is rough. I think have a baby during a pandemic is 10x’s harder. What kept me motivated was her. My chunky little side kick, is who keeps me motivated. Her sassy attitude is what I live for. Something so small is so fearless. Since day one she has proved that she is independent. I felt like quitting school a lot. I’ve come so far that I realized I couldn’t do that. This is something I’ve be trying to finish for so long I refuse to quit. This is something I will complete. I was working a full time job. I went part time because I was afraid to put her in daycare. That was a fail because I couldn’t afford half of my bills. I have accumulated so much debt, I’m trying to find ways to make money. So I had to go back to working full time to try to unbury myself out of debt. What I find most challenging about being a single mom is not having the help from dad. Yes I have family but it is not their responsibility to step in help me. I know they will if I ask but, they shouldn’t. It is seriously hard to be a single parent. You have to deal with all of the parental duties while juggling work, cleaning the house, cooking dinner, having relationships with others, and what happens if you get sick? You certainly cannot call in and take the day off from being a parent! What is rewarding about being a single mom is I realized that I will never be alone. Life showed me I needed her to complete what was missing. She was the missing puzzle piece. She is why I am determined to complete all my goals. Everything I do is for her.
    Elevate Black Entrepreneurs Scholarship
    My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. I feel it is important information they can learn. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. That having great credit and saving habits are essential for the long run. Hey The pandemic was the turning point for me. It’s should how unprepared I was. I had money saved but, having a baby in the middle of a pandemic was an eye opener. I was working a full time job. I went part time because I was afraid to put her in daycare. There weren’t many to choose from that I can afford. Daycare double during the pandemic. Working part-time was a fail because I couldn’t afford half of my bills. I have accumulated so much debt, I’m trying to find ways to make money. So I had to go back to working full time to try to unbury myself out of debt. It’s slow process but I’m learning from my mistakes. I have been putting myself on a budget. Cutting unnecessary spending. Trying to rebuild my credit, so I can start my home buying process. I’m working diligently to save money for school, but I need additional scholarships to cover my tuition. With my financial needs met, I'll be able to pour back into the lives of my future students. I'm excited to further my education in the fall of 2021 with your help! I hope to to achieve the satisfaction of knowing that others can learn from my mistakes. Knowing that having credit cards come with the will power to not just racked up debt. That there are ways to save and build for a debt free future.
    CTS Future Trade Leaders Fellowship​
    You don’t see a lot of women on the boarder patrol, especially a woman or color. I hope to make not only positively impact but a statement as well. By Maintaining a presence in border zones. It is so much hostility and frustration with people trying to come to the states to make a better life for themselves and their families. They don’t know there are legal ways to come here so I would want to be the voice to spread awareness about how to, legally gain citizenship. My studies will prepare me by providing technical advice and assistance for preventing and responding to border incidents. Not only dealing with immigration incidents, but other things like trafficking as well. By taking a layered approach to border management, you can make effective decisions on the risk of travelers early in their journey and ideally before they start to travel. By learning about different things of boarder management in my studies it will prepare me for the basics of what the job actually is. I’ve been researching a career and to get my foot in the door, I want to start off as CBP officer. Detecting and preventing terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United States Enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws and regulations at U.S. ports of entry and preclearance locations worldwide.Preventing the illegal trafficking of people, narcotics, and contraband into the United States. With that leads to many opportunities working internationally. Although working in customs is one of my goals, My goals in life is to make sure I finish school. I started so long ago it’s just something I have to do. There are so many opportunities out there that require a degree. With me being a single mom is hard while supporting my family. I would describe myself as someone who is very determined. No matter the obstacles or how long it takes I get it done. I want to show my daughter nothing is impossible. Set goals and go out and achieve them. I am currently majoring in business management. I want to start my own business to teach the youth about financial literacy. Growing up I wasn’t taught how to properly manage money or how important a credit score was. It is my mission to help inner city youth how important it is for the long run. Just want to make a difference.
    Cocoa Diaries Scholarship
    Being a black single mom is the hardest, most empowering thing I’ve ever done. Sometimes I feel like a horrible mom. I catch myself picking up my phone a lot. I have to remind myself that the life I created needs all my attention. One thing I really didn’t expect was the intense isolation that comes with being a single mom. When you’re married, your partner's constant presence that you can crave having the house to yourself, those were the days. I had my baby in the beginning of the pandemic. It was hard, I couldn’t trust anyone to come over in fear of the virus. During those months of isolation I’ve developed post-partum. It’s the worst feeling ever I felt like I was failing as a mom. I felt as though I wasn’t good enough for her. Life was kicking my butt, I refused to lose though. Being a single mom is not easy. Juggling school, work a baby is rough. I think have a baby during a pandemic is 10x’s harder. What kept me motivated was her. My chunky little side kick, is who keeps me motivated. Her sassy attitude is what I live for. Something so small is so fearless. Since day one she has proved that she is independent. I felt like quitting school a lot. I’ve come so far that I realized I couldn’t do that. This is something I’ve be trying to finish for so long I refuse to quit. This is something I will complete. I was working a full time job. I went part time because I was afraid to put her in daycare. That was a fail because I couldn’t afford half of my bills. I have accumulated so much debt, I’m trying to find ways to make money. So I had to go back to working full time to try to unbury myself out of debt. What I find most challenging about being a single mom is not having the help from dad. Yes I have family but it is not their responsibility to step in help me. I know they will if I ask but, they shouldn’t. It is seriously hard to be a single parent. You have to deal with all of the parental duties while juggling work, cleaning the house, cooking dinner, having relationships with others, and what happens if you get sick? You certainly cannot call in and take the day off from being a parent! What is rewarding about being a single mom is I realized that I will never be alone. Life showed me I needed her to complete what was missing. She was the missing puzzle piece. She is why I am determined to complete all my goals. Everything I do is for her. Black women don’t speak about post-partum depression. They feel as though it makes them weak. I plan to educate others on my experience of post-partum depression. How it made me stronger and more determined then ever to uplift others/
    Little Bundle Supermom Scholarship — College Award
    Being a single mom is the hardest, most empowering thing I’ve ever done. Sometimes I feel like a horrible mom. I catch myself picking up my phone a lot. I have to remind myself that the life I created needs all my attention. One thing I really didn’t expect was the intense isolation that comes with being a single mom. When you’re married, you’re often so used to your partner's constant presence that you can crave having the house to yourself, those were the days. I had my baby in the beginning of the pandemic. It was so hard, I couldn’t trust anyone to come over in fear of the virus. During those months of isolation I’ve developed post-partum. It’s the worst feeling ever I felt like I was failing as a mom. I felt as though I wasn’t good enough for her. Life was kicking my butt, I refused to lose though. Being a single mom is not easy. Juggling school, work a baby is rough. I think have a baby during a pandemic is 10x’s harder. What kept me motivated was her. My chunky little side kick, is who keeps me motivated. Her sassy attitude is what I live for. Something so small is so fearless. Since day one she has proved that she is independent. I felt like quitting school a lot. I’ve come so far that I realized I couldn’t do that. This is something I’ve be trying to finish for so long I refuse to quit. This is something I will complete. I was working a full time job. I went part time because I was afraid to put her in daycare. That was a fail because I couldn’t afford half of my bills. I have accumulated so much debt, I’m trying to find ways to make money. So I had to go back to working full time to try to unbury myself out of debt. What I find most challenging about being a single mom is not having the help from dad. Yes I have family but it is not their responsibility to step in help me. I know they will if I ask but, they shouldn’t. It is seriously hard to be a single parent. You have to deal with all of the parental duties while juggling work, cleaning the house, cooking dinner, having relationships with others, and what happens if you get sick? You certainly cannot call in and take the day off from being a parent! What is rewarding about being a single mom is I realized that I will never be alone. Life showed me I needed her to complete what was missing. She was the missing puzzle piece. She is why I am determined to complete all my goals. Everything I do is for her. My favorite moments with her is all. Everyday is something different, not one day is ever the same. She is learning more each day so, each say she is a different character and I love every Moment of it.