Speer Foundation increases investment in ‘First Step’ scholarships
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The Speer Dream Foundation has exponentially increased its support for St. Petersburg College’s First Step Scholarship program. The initiative targets South St. Pete residents interested in non-degree workforce certifications. The nonprofit presented SPC with a $250,000 check Tuesday.
The school provided 45 scholarships over the program’s first two years and anticipates awarding 100 in 2024.