STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Workforce, Education, & Equity
AGENDA DATE: April 26, 2023
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): All
DEPARTMENT: City Manager’s Office
EXECUTIVE: Kimberly Bizor Tolbert
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SUBJECT
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A resolution to implement the Dallas Youth Scholarship for city-wide scholarship opportunities available for High School seniors who live in the City of Dallas - Financing: No cost consideration to the City (see Fiscal Information)
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BACKGROUND
The Dallas Youth Scholarship aims to promote the pursuit of higher education by providing financial assistance to overachieving students.
A goal prize pool of $30,000.00 where 1st place receives $15,000.00, 2nd place $10,000.00 and 3rd place $5,000.00.
Unlike traditional scholarships, DYS is entirely led by and operated by youth.
The Dallas Youth Commission will be in charge of reviewing applicants and selecting finalists.
PRIOR ACTION/REVIEW (COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS)
The Workforce, Education, & Equity Committee was briefed on the “Dallas Youth Commission Update Regarding FY 21-22 and FY 22-23 Strategic Plan and Dallas Youth Scholarship” on April 10, 2023.
FISCAL INFORMATION
No cost consideration to the City. Prize funds will be awarded directly from a non-profit organization.