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MIP Score

49

Education
Student Financial Aid

Step Forward Scholarship Fund

Mission

The Step Forward Scholarship Fund, Inc. (SFSF) is an independent, not-for-profit organization run entirely by Governors Club volunteers. It raises funds annually to provide scholarships for employees and their dependents to support their educational pursuits, including degree programs and individual courses. Scholarships may cover tuition, books, and equipment necessary for coursework. SFSF also provides mentoring and guidance for applicants, particularly those who are the first in their families to pursue higher education.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

27515-4631, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Founded in

2018

EIN

83-3175469

Total Assets

$253.4 thousand

UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported

This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

At a Glance

Student Success Stories

Student Success Stories

Catch up with SFSF recipients who have launched successful careers thanks to the support of the scholarship fund.

Annual Awards Ceremony

Annual Awards Ceremony

SFSF announces scholarship recipients during an annual meeting open to all members of Governors Club.

Internship Stipend Program

Internship Stipend Program

SFSF provides stipends for recipients who take unpaid or low-paying internships.

Impact Stats

80

Total Scholarships

Total Scholarships Awarded

Since its inception, SFSF has awarded 80 scholarships to employees and their dependents.

$380,000

Total Funding

Total Funding Distributed

SFSF has distributed over $380,000 in scholarships to support educational aspirations.

$12,000

Governors Scholarship Amount

Annual Governors Scholarship

SFSF awards one $12,000 scholarship each year to a deserving applicant.

Upcoming Events

2024 Scholarship Application Deadline

May 1, 2024

Deadline for GC employees and dependents to apply for scholarships for degree programs and individual courses.

Our Programs

Scholarship Program

Provides financial support for GC employees and their dependents to pursue various educational pathways.

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Mentoring Program

Offers mentoring and guidance for scholarship applicants and recipients, particularly first-generation college students.

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Internship Stipend Program

Provides financial support for recipients who undertake unpaid or low-paying internships.

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Impact Reports

MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

49

40

/100

Program Expense Ratio

100.00%

20

/20

Program Revenue Growth

-100.00%

2

/20

Leverage Ratio

0

2

/20

Working Capital Ratio

1.898

14

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

0

2

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2023

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants207.1K98.17%
Program Services00.00%
Investment Income3.853K1.83%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets00.00%
Other Notable Sources00.00%
Total Revenue210.9K100.00%