Bank of America has recently announced the awarding of an economic mobility grant to the Aiken Technical College Foundation in order to help students achieve success by removing financial barriers to completing their college education.
The Aiken Technical College Foundation is a non-profit organization created in 1977 to foster workforce success by building partnerships with businesses and the community to provide financial support for Aiken Technical College and its students.
According to a press release from the foundation, the $9,400 grant will go toward ATC Foundation’s Student Completion Microgrants Program.
“Partnering with Aiken Technical College Foundation to invest in the Student Completion Microgrants program, which helps prepare young adults for long-term success, is part of our approach to fostering economic mobility and equitable progress,” said Ora Parish, president, Bank of America Greater Augusta / Aiken.
The microgrants are provided to eligible students who have completed at least 75 percent of their program of study, but are at risk of not completing for financial reasons, said ATC Foundation Director Beth LaClair.
“This program helps students cross the finish line as they may have financial barriers preventing them from fishing. The grant from Bank of America will aid students in completing their degree, diploma or certificate, and ensuring that they can enter the workforce in the CSRA,” said LaClair.
Microgrant recipients are further supported by receiving free holistic student support services such as tutoring, student coaching, counseling, and career services.
“These investments demonstrate how we are taking action to provide our community the essential resources and support needed to help people succeed in today’s and tomorrow’s economy,” said Parish.
Those interested in learning more about the Student Completion Microgrants Program and ways to support Aiken Tech students should contact the ATC Foundation at atcfoundation@atc.edu or visit www.atc.edu/foundation/.
