"Being chosen as a winner of the Underprivileged Scholarship for the 2023 academic year means everything to me. Thank you so much for this wonderful chance. This grant will make a major difference in my educational journey. I will be able to concentrate more on my academics thanks to the kind award of $2,000 as I won't have to worry about paying bills. I am grateful for your commitment to assisting impoverished students like myself. I much appreciate your founding the Parker Foundation and your confidence in my abilities. I sincerely appreciate your generosity." ~ Kashad Turner-Warren, 2023 Scholarship Winner
Certifications and education programs provide opportunities and credibility for rural government employees, underprivileged citizens and veterans seeking to start a career in the information technology (IT), medical, first responder, and emergency management fields. Being certified and educated by a reputable institution allows anyone to stand out from the crowd and be more likely to succeed in their positions and obtain a better quality of life.
Having certifications have several benefits including:
Assistance in getting hired. Having an IT, medical, first responder, or emergency management certifications or education gives you an advantage when hiring managers look at their resumes.
Job Retention – In a volatile economic environment, businesses and rural governments are always looking for ways to cut costs. Having an IT, medical, first responder, or emergency management certification or education can mean the difference between keeping a job or having a leg up to seek a new one.
Promotions – Climbing the corporate ladder or into a better, higher-paying company job may be made more accessible by holding new skill certifications.
Professional Credibility – Earning an IT, medical, first responder, or emergency management certification or education provides immediate professional credibility. In addition, having earned one (or more) of these certifications or degrees demonstrates dedication and motivation to professional development.
Improve the Community – Having an IT, medical, first responder, or emergency management certifications or education certifications allows the rural community to be safer, increasing the quality of life for all citzens.