2025 Jump Start Scholarship Winners

Posted Date: 6/19/25 (6:36 PM)

2025 Jump Start Scholarship Winners Announced!

Empowering Futures Through Education and Community Support

Wildwood, FL

The Sumter Schools Enhancement Foundation, in proud partnership with the Wildwood Wildcats Booster Club, is thrilled to announce the 2025 recipients of the Jump Start Scholarship. Sixteen exceptional graduates have each earned a 30-credit tuition and fee scholarship, opening doors to Florida colleges, universities, and technical schools.

These students have demonstrated outstanding commitment by completing a rigorous 3-Year Jump Start Plan, which included:

· A focused high school course concentration (e.g., AVID or CTE),

· 25+ hours of community service or work experience

· Completion of the FAFSA to secure additional financial aid

· And full-standing acceptance into a postsecondary institution

Meet the 2025 Jump Start Scholars:

These students are pursuing careers in high-demand fields such as nursing, education, business, and technical trades. Their success is made possible by the generosity of local donors and the guidance of dedicated coaches.

Volunteers Needed for 2025–26: Become a Jump Start Coach!

As we celebrate this year’s winners, we’re also looking ahead. The Jump Start program is seeking volunteer coaches for the upcoming academic year. Coaches mentor 1–3 students over 18–24 months, helping them prepare for college and career success.

Volunteer Coaches Can Help With:

· Resume and college application reviews

· Mock interviews and certification prep

· Organizing internships and job shadowing

· Supporting field trips and competitions

· Advising on career paths in fields like Health Science, IT, Education, and more

Time Commitment: Just 5–7 hours per month

Training Provided: Yes

Impact: Life-changing

Support a Scholarship

Each Jump Start Scholarship requires $1,500 in pledges, matched 3-to-1 to provide $4,000 in tuition support. Donations are tax-deductible and can be made using pre-tax dollars or as charitable contributions.

To Volunteer or Donate:

Allen Phelps – laphelps48@gmail.com

(608) 469-4794

Mail donations to:

Sumter Schools Enhancement Foundation

Attn: WMHS Jump Start Scholarship Fund

2680 West County Road 476, Bushnell, FL 33513

Let’s continue to invest in our youth and build a brighter future—one student at a time.

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