Our commitment to the community is at the core of who we are.

Community Investment

Since 2009, Clayborne has invested in the resilient and diverse community to which it belongs, striving to equip students with the skills and tools to flourish. Its impact-driven community investment programs and strategic partnerships have helped hundreds of under-resourced students in Central Virginia prepare for life after high school.

Test prep, academic tutoring, organizational coaching, and college counseling are powerful resources. Because each student’s experience is unique, we customize our programs to address each student as an individual person.

Organizations We Support

Our Programs

Better Future Fellows

This two-year program addresses the integrated well-being of high school students as they consider the daunting question, what’s next? Clayborne shares a full suite of services with each Better Future Fellows cohort—offering coaching to help them identify and pursue goals; test prep as they prepare for standardized tests; and workshops that aid them in building professional networks and confidence.

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Scholarships

In the past ten years, hundreds of students have received partial or full scholarships, which have equipped them with the tools to continue writing their amazing stories: College students cultivate engaged citizenship; high school seniors confront their next steps with confidence; and families find joy in their students’ growth and success.

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“Better Future Fellows is a program that thinks 10 steps ahead of you 110% of the time…” - Better Future Fellow, 2018

If I know a student who could benefit from the Better Future Fellows program, how can I get them involved?: The Better Future Fellows class is filled for the 2018-19 academic year. However, applications will be open for the 2019-20 academic year beginning in the Winter of 2019. In the meantime, you can express your interest in or nomination for the program by contacting the Community Outreach and Scholarship Coordinator.
Can I receive a scholarship for any of Clayborne’s services?: Any student can apply for scholarship at Clayborne! We have awarded scholarships for all of our test prep programs, from PSAT to GMAT. Many of our students are preparing for College Entrance Exams but we are excited to receive applications from students at every level. In 2018-19, we are excited to roll out a new scholarship program geared specifically for Graduate Test Prep. For more information about this Clayborne Residents program, contact the Community Outreach and Scholarship Coordinator, Ralston Hartness.
Do you publish criteria for receiving scholarship at Clayborne?: Clayborne does not publish scholarship criteria such as necessary GPA, academic record, or demonstrated financial need. We understand, and seek to respect, the nuances of diverse personal and family circumstances. Once you have contacted the Community Outreach and Scholarship Coordinator, Clayborne will ask you to communicate your financial need as well as your or your student’s dedication to test prep or tutoring programs. Clayborne treats this sensitive and personal information with the highest degree of respect and confidentiality.
Is there a deadline for applying for scholarships?: Clayborne scholarships are awarded on a regular application cycle. Applications for fall scholarships (September-December) are due by August 10, 11:59 PM. Applications for winter/spring scholarships (January-May) are due by January 10, 11:59 PM. Applicants can expect to receive notice of their candidacy from Clayborne within 10 business days.
How do I apply for a Clayborne scholarship?: You can start your application here.

Would you like to get involved?

If you are interested in learning more about Clayborne community investment, you can reach out to the community investment and scholarship coordinator, Ralston Hartness.

Community Investment

Organizations We Support

Our Programs

Better Future Fellows

Scholarships

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