Celebration Luncheon
THANK YO FOR JOINING US FOR THE 13th Annual Celebration Luncheon!
Thank you for making our 13th Annual Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars Celebration Luncheon such a meaningful and memorable event!
With more than 600 attendees, this year’s luncheon was a powerful reflection of what can be accomplished when a community comes together in support of students and their futures. We were proud to celebrate the achievements of the DRDFS Class of 2026 and hear directly from students about their journeys and aspirations. We extend a special thank you to Taylor Smith of Clintondale High School, whose moving remarks earned a standing ovation, and to our keynote speaker, Lisa Howze, who left attendees with an inspiring message about the importance of finishing what you start.
Because of the generosity and commitment of our supporters, partners, and attendees, we are able to continue investing in the next generation through scholarships, resources, and ongoing support. We are deeply grateful for your role in advancing this mission.
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“I grew up without a clue of what I wanted to do, or where I wanted to go in life, until I had the opportunity to join Dollars for Scholars my sophomore year of high school. From visiting campuses, to SAT prep, the guidance I received from the program changed my entire outlook.
“From college tours to financial aid, Dollars for Scholars has greatly impacted my path to higher education. As a first generation college student, deciding where I would want to continue my education and figuring out how I would get there was a difficult process. My family and I lacked the time and transportation necessary to visit schools, and this limited me in figuring out my future.
“When joining Dollars for Scholars, I was eager to visit colleges and earn scholarship money. Being able to look at all the different schools with other students I could relate to was so reassuring. Dollars for Scholars was able to answer my questions about the ins & outs of post-secondary education, as well assist me with applications. This extra help was so motivating.
“Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars is a life-changing program. Before high school, I was going down a path that if most kids took, they’d end up either dropping out of school or going to jail. Detroit Regional Dollars for Scholars helped inspire me to get on a better path by showing me how to prepare for college. Hearing other students’ stories made me feel like I could be successful both in high school and post-secondary education.