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About Evolve502

Evolve502 is committed to ensuring that every child in Louisville is prepared for college, a career, and a productive, successful life. As a community convener, we bring people and organizations across Louisville into this effort. Join us in educating the community about our work and ensuring that every eligible student knows about the opportunities available to them.

Together, we can change lives — and our city.

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Education Can Change a Life

Our programming and scholarship are already giving hope to a generation of students. Hear more about work and how it’s directly impacting students in Louisville.

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Evolve502 Scholarship – How to Apply

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Are you a college student in search of a fun and r

Are you a college student in search of a fun and rewarding summer job? Join Evolve502's team of Summer Leadership Counselors at our community learning sites during JCPS Summer Backpack League! Pay is $20/hour, up to 35 hours per week. Ready to get started? Learn more at bit.ly/Evolve502counselor. Don't miss out - apply now and be part of something amazing this summer!

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We had a great time last night celebrating with students who participated in our Male Success Initiative! This was a semester-long pilot program with male scholars from @jefferson_JCTC and @scky_1879 that focused on increasing student success in college. Students participated in monthly check-ins with our coordinators and attended community and campus engagement events to build connections and community. We're so proud of all of the participants. Thanks to the partnership with @metrounitedway 's Young Men United program in making this project possible!

Reminder: Join us this Saturday as we wrap up FAFS

Reminder: Join us this Saturday as we wrap up FAFSA Week of Action with a #FillOutTheFAFSA session! Pop in 11am-2pm April 20 at Taco Bell, 12609 Taylorsville Rd. Attendees will receive one-on-one help to fill out the FAFSA, and will also be entered to win prizes including Amazon and Taco Bell Gift Cards. Sponsored by Southpaw. KentuckianaWorks College Access Center and @jefferson_jctc will be at the event to provide assistance. Sign up at bit.ly/LouFAFSAHelp.

Giveaway alert! Eligible JCPS seniors who complete

Giveaway alert! Eligible JCPS seniors who complete the Evolve502 Scholarship application, apply to an eligible college and #FillOutTheFAFSA by May 24 (the last day of school) will be entered to win prizes including a Lenovo laptop and Amazon gift cards!

Important links to get started:
Evolve502 application: Evolve502.org/apply
FAFSA: studentaid.gov

Winners will be contacted in June.

JCPS seniors: join us this Saturday as we wrap up

JCPS seniors: join us this Saturday as we wrap up FAFSA Week of Action with a #FillOutTheFAFSA session! Pop in 11am-2pm April 20 at Taco Bell, 12609 Taylorsville Rd. Attendees will receive one-on-one help to fill out the FAFSA, and will also be entered to win prizes including Amazon and Taco Bell Gift Cards. Sponsored by Southpaw. KentuckianaWorks College Access Center and @jefferson_jctc will be at the event to provide assistance. Sign up at bit.ly/LouFAFSAHelp.

Don't miss tonight's Community & Family Night! Thi

Don't miss tonight's Community & Family Night! This event series is aimed at bringing the community together and learning how to engage with local resources and child enrichment programs. RSVP: bit.ly/e502Newburg

Did you know some people can fill out the FAFSA in

Did you know some people can fill out the FAFSA in less time than it takes to stream a tv show? #FillOutTheFAFSA to unlock financial aid for college.

Reminder: Completing the FAFSA is also a required step in applying for the Evolve502 Scholarship. Start today at studentaid.gov.

Need help filing your FAFSA? Check out available resources at evolve502.org/fafsa-resources/

Are you a college student in search of a fun and r

Are you a college student in search of a fun and rewarding summer job? Join Evolve502's team of Summer Leadership Counselors at our community learning sites during JCPS Summer Backpack League! Pay is $20/hour, up to 35 hours per week. Ready to get started? Learn more at bit.ly/Evolve502counselor. Don't miss out - apply now and be part of something amazing this summer!

Evolve502 applicants and families – do you need he

Evolve502 applicants and families - do you need help completing your FAFSA? We can help! As part of the FAFSA Week of Action, we're hosting a #FillOutTheFAFSA session 11am-2pm April 20 at Taco Bell, 12609 Taylorsville Rd. Attendees will receive one-on-one help to fill out the FAFSA, and can also be entered to win prizes including Amazon and Taco Bell Gift Cards. KentuckianaWorks College Access Center and @jefferson_JCTC will be at the event to provide assistance. Sponsored by Southpaw. Sign up at bit.ly/LouFAFSAHelp

Thanks to all who joined us for our inaugural dono

Thanks to all who joined us for our inaugural donor and friends event last week!

During the event, we announced raising more than $29 million in total for our scholarship program!

This total includes earning a $3 million match commitment from Louisville Metro Government. The match was met thanks to a $1 million gift from the Jefferson County Public Education Foundation.

Special thanks to CPE President Aaron Thompson for delivering the keynote address about the future of higher ed in Kentucky.

And a huge thank you to Dr. Jeronda Majors, and the staff and students at Hudson Middle School for hosting our event!

FAFSA Week of Action is this week, April 15-19! T

FAFSA Week of Action is this week, April 15-19! This week is designed to encourage and promote FAFSA completion to help students qualify for financial aid for college. Are you ready to #FillOutTheFAFSA JCPS seniors? Some filers can complete the new FAFSA in less than 30 minutes. And as a reminder, filling out the FAFSA is a required step in applying for the Evolve502 Scholarship. Get started at studentaid.gov.

Evolve502 applicants and families – do you need he

Evolve502 applicants and families - do you need help completing your FAFSA? As part of the FAFSA Week of Action, we're hosting a #FillOutTheFAFSA session 11am-2pm April 20 at Taco Bell, 12609 Taylorsville Rd.
Evolve502 and partners from the KentuckianaWorks College Access Center and Jefferson Community and Technical College will be on hand to help students and families complete the FAFSA. Information about the Evolve502 scholarship for eligible JCPS seniors, as well as college admissions information will also be available.
Those who attend will be entered to win Taco Bell and Amazon gift cards.
Sign up at bit.ly/LouFAFSAHelp
Sponsored by Southpaw.

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For questions about Evolve502 and our advocacy program, please email evolve502@evolve502.org.