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Why VEF Exists
We are dedicated to providing scholarships for graduating students of Valders High School, ensuring every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Help With the Cost
67% of high school graduates who skip college cite cost-of-living concerns as the reason
More Kids, Choosing a Trade
Enrollment in two-year vocational and trade programs has grown nearly 20% nationwide since 2020 — yet most scholarship dollars still assume a four-year degree
Path to Full Potential
Every year, promising Valders students choose not to enroll — not for lack of ability, but for lack of funding
Make
Your Impact
Today
Key Impact Goals
Your Impact, Our Commitment
1st
scholarship by 2028 school year!
100%
Of donations go directly to student awards
2
Paths funded: college and trade/vocational
6
Local volunteers running this fund
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