Fast Approaching Scholarship Deadline - Friday, April 29, 2022

The beginning of 2020 was the start of difficult journey for our organization.   Aside from being unable to conduct any of our usual fundraising activities, we couldn't select our 2020 scholarship recipient due to pandemic not allowing the access to the student population we needed to make the selection.   Our applications went out right before the physical closures of the schools due to the state of our country and more specifically, our city who was hit very hard.

We vowed to make 2021 selection happen and we did it!   Changes in the distribution, via electronically, we were happily able to overcome the obstacles the pandemic posed.   Even though our pool of applications was not as large as in the past we pushed through.  

Now, we are here in 2022.  Things have not completely resumed to "normal" but our hopes remain high.  Instead of sending physical applications, we sent pamphlets with information on the organization and how to obtain an application via email.   This cut costs of printing and distribution. 

Please help us make this 2022 selection happen this year! If you know someone who is thinking of applying, encourage them to please send completed package to our mailing address below by Friday, April 29th.   This year, we will be accepting complete packages via email as well. 

Thank you and best of luck to all! 

The Stephanie Marie Burgos Scholarship Inc

P.O. Box 370153

Brooklyn, New York 11237

Email: SMBS2010@aol.com

Tax deductible donations are always accepted via check or money order made out to the organization. 

Victory ALL around - NYCFC Home Opener March 12, 2022

Going from two years of no physical fundraisers for our organization due to the pandemic to celebrating our favorite team's 2021 MLS Championship and first 2022 home win!!!  The icing on the cake was we raised a little bit of money for our organization.  It was not an extraordinary amount but it was a true overall WIN for all of us.   We literally braved the storm!!!

HAPPY EARTH DAY!!! Now, Recycle your unwanted old, used or new sneakers!

We are proud to announce our partnership with Got Sneakers, a sneaker recycling organization.  Our organization will be holding a series of events so we can collect your unwanted sneakers.   Once we send Got Sneakers your sneakers our organization receives a donation for every pair submitted.  Yes USED will be recycled making our carbon imprint less and our organization receives a donation.

Here are some words from Got Sneakers:

Today, we're sharing a few ways that you can help get your community involved with giving back to the planet.

While there is an increased focus on sustainable practices during this day, there are many ways you can make a difference all year long: 
 
• Take part in the Great Global Cleanup: Its mission is to remove billions of trash from neighborhoods, beaches, rivers, lakes, trails, and parks - reducing waste and plastic pollution, improving habits and preventing harm to wildlife and humans.  Check to see if there are any registered cleanups in your area (or feel free to start one on your own)!

• Create a suitable space for all members of the environment:  Projects such as building birdhouses through the National Audobon Society, not only promote unity and teamwork in the community but also help causes that protect our ecosystem such as bird endangerment.

• Invest and promote the use of sustainable fashion: A huge part of the sustainability  movement involves cutting down on synthetic fabrics and materials that are used in the production process. Research brands such as Allbirds, Adidas, Stella McCartney, Nike, and Reebok, that not only utilize fair trade practices but also involve themselves in the community through green initiatives.

• Start a sneaker recycling program: Most people throw away their used sneakers ever 125-200 days without ever thinking about recycling. Since most sneakers are not biodegradable they end up spreading  toxic chemicals into the air and soil when they are sent to a landfill and burned. Recycling them prevents this from happening, but you can't put them out in your regular recycling bin!

By partnering with GotSneakers, you will be able to easily initiate a sneaker recycling project in your community.  Since our launch, GotSneakers has stopped over 75 million pounds of CO2 from entering the air, while also recycling and reusing over 2 million pairs of pre-loved sneakers!

Thank you and HAPPY EARTH DAY!!!  Let us all do our part in SAVING our planet! 

AMAZON SMILE: Please Select Our Organization

 

Imagine every purchase you make on AMAZON SMILE a portion goes to our organization with no additional charge or fee to you.   Please join us in supporting our organization.  

Every little bit counts.

Thank you for selecting The Stephanie Burgos Scholarship Inc. as your charity of choice.

Happy Holidays!!! 

Scholars Update 2021

For many, these past two years have been one of many trials and turbulences but our scholars have managed to rise above in their struggles to achieve their academic and career pursuits and live out their dreams of service to others despite what was going on around them.

   Here are the updates of these amazing young ladies: 

Lewinski Lopez

     "I graduated this past July with a double major in English, Performance & Communications from St. Lawrence University. I was not able to go to my graduation but I was lucky enough to have gotten a job straight after graduation. 

    I moved to Brooklyn and got a job as a teacher resident at a charter school. I worked there for 3 months and then decided to change career paths because I did not think I could go through grad school for teaching while I worked full time. I pressed pause on grad school and teaching so I could switched over to real estate. 

    Now, I work as an Administrative Assistant to a small real estate company in Manhattan. My new goal is to learn as much as I can at this new job and see how I like real estate. If I do like real estate, I plan on getting my masters in Business. I was lucky to be hired by a small company that wants me to grow with them. If I learned anything from changing professions and goals it’s that it’s okay to change your mind as long as you’re pursuing something you like. Change your mind a million times but make sure you’re doing what you love. 

    I am so grateful to my family, friends, mentors and scholarship people who stood by me throughout my college journey. It can be difficult to figure out what you are going to do for the rest of your life but I was lucky enough to be surrounded by great people who supported me. Thank you to everyone who checked up on me and who supported me along the way, this is only the beginning and to anyone wondering if it’s worth it, it is. You have to push through and keep going until you finish your goals even if you change your mind." 

CONGRATULATIONS LEWINSKI ON YOUR GRADUATION

We are proud to see you grow over the years and can't wait to see what wonderful things you will continue to do from here on.  Much luck and success in all you do! 

 Darcelis Gutierrez

"This past year I made Dean's list and was promoted from being an assistant teaching artist to working as a Junior Faculty member for the School of Interactive Arts! In this program, I teach high school students how to code and design their own games. However, with the pandemic underway, both teaching and attending school had become a difficult feat for many. Not only was I attending college, thanks to SMBS, but I was also teaching simultaneously in a remote setting. As a student and educator, I had to learn how to adapt quickly. Not only did I have to find the best methods to teach my students but how to learn for my academic classes as well. Nonetheless, because I was given the opportunity to continue my education I was able to learn from my own classes and apply what worked into the ones I lead. Thank you to SMBS, because without them, I wouldn't even have the chance to have the opportunity to learn what I love while teaching others."

Faria Islam

"I am currently a senior at Columbia University, majoring in psychology with a concentration in Women and Gender Studies. This past year has been a meaningful experience. I did research in a psychology lab and studied the difference between religion versus science. I also participated in a club called Globe med that provides healthcare necessities to women in Uganda. I am excited to be a senior, and I am planning to enjoy my last year in college. I would like to thank you SMBS for supporting my journey!" 

Congratulations to ALL our scholars 

for their hard work and perseverance during such difficult times. 

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How can you help our efforts? 

You are welcome to donate directly to the organization at: 

The Stephanie Marie Burgos Scholarship Inc.

 P.O. Box 370153

 Brooklyn, New York 11237

Or, 

consider donating online on Facebook/Meta on Tuesday, Nov. 30th for "Giving Tuesday", 

where 100% of your donation is given to us via Network for Good.  

AND,

ADD our organization to your AMAZON SMILE account as charity of choice.  There is NO additional charge or cost to you but every time you purchase something this season a portion goes to the Stephanie Marie Burgos Scholarship. 

Thank you again for your support! 

Welcome Our 2021 Scholar!

 

Congratulations to Elizabeth Katayev!!!

    In the late spring 2021, our organization did everything possible to make sure we had a scholarship recipient this year.   We were all at a loss unable to select a 2020 scholar due to the pending pandemic but we made it happen.    Elizabeth Katayev was an easy pick.  An honor student and graduate of Tottenville High School with a diverse and complementary background of leadership and academic excellence.   She is now a freshman at Hofstra University majoring in Psychology with great aspirations.   We are proud to welcome Elizabeth to our family.   

Here is a message of gratitude from Elizabeth: 

"All of my experiences have helped me solidify my career path and course of study. I want to help children and make sure they have coping skills to overcome the challenges in their lives. Also, I want to make sure their parents are equipped emotionally to help their children, so they don’t isolate, detach and avoid life. I will accomplish these goals by first attending Hofstra University to receive a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, then I will pursue a Master’s degree in Childhood Adolescent Psychology. This academic foundation will allow me to open my own private practice, which would afford me the opportunity to work with families regardless of their incomes due to my ability to set a pay scale. Families with lower income should be able to afford proper mental health care. Clearly, I am excited for my future and thankful for all the lessons my past has taught me. I would like to thank the Stephanie Marie Burgos Scholarship Inc. for the help, support, and funds provided in order to help me succeed. I am extremely grateful and can’t wait to interact more with all of the members. Thank you!"

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Please note due to the pandemic, fundraising has been minimal but we welcome tax deductible donations throughout the year.  You are welcome to donate directly to the organization at: 

The Stephanie Marie Burgos Scholarship, PO Box 370153, Brooklyn, New York 11237

Or, consider donating online on Facebook/Meta on Tuesday, Nov. 30th for "Giving Tuesday", where 100% of your donation is given to us via Network for Good.  

Thank you again for your support! 

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