Change & Impact Scholarship Program

A four-year full academic scholarship program for high school seniors who stutter, created by NBA veteran Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. The program provides comprehensive financial support and additional resources to empower students to pursue their dreams.

Mission & Background

Founded in 2021, Change & Impact is a 501(c)(3) organization (Tax ID: 86-3735778) dedicated to improving access to healthcare and expanding services and resources for those who stutter. The scholarship was inspired by founder Michael Kidd-Gilchrist's personal journey as a basketball player and person who stutters.

Award Details

What is Covered:

• Full tuition for four academic school years ($20,000-$40,000 per year)
• Room and board ($8,000-$16,000 per year)
• Books ($250-$500 per semester)
• Meal plans ($2,500-$4,500 per semester)

Geographic Scope

Regional school districts (partners identified through close collaboration with regional school districts)

Eligibility Requirements

• High school senior status
• Stuttering diagnosis by a healthcare provider
• Recommendation letter from guidance counselor or teacher
• Completion of all application requirements

Program Support Beyond Funding

• Speech therapy services
• Tutoring support
• Internship placements
• College and university partnerships for additional resources

Scholar Responsibilities

• Maintain established academic standards
• Attend speech therapy and/or support group
• Adhere to all college/university rules and regulations
• Maintain high standard of personal conduct

Contact & Donations

Tax Status: 100% of donations are tax-deductible and go directly to the scholarship program

Founder & CEO: Michael Kidd-Gilchrist

Application Process

Required Materials:

Change & Impact Scholarship Program documentation

College/University documentation

Personal statement essay

Student life and social background check

Recommendation letter from guidance counselor or teacher

Eligibility Verification:

Proof of stuttering diagnosis from healthcare provider

Completion of all application requirements

Note: The organization works closely with regional school districts to identify and recruit exceptional students who can benefit from this program. Interested students should contact their school's guidance counselor or teacher for more information about the application process.