How Equity Wings to fly scholarship has made 1000 dead dreams alive

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Equity Bank of Kenya has come up through the programme of wings to fly to rescue vulnerable  students in the society.

Through the wings to fly program, Equity has come to tell the world the tribulations some of the students undergo. The devastating stories of how students from poverty stricken families undergo in order to have access to education.

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The story of Augustin who lost his father two weeks to his KCPE examination is true example of what others go through. Despite the loss of a loved one he managed to excel and though the wings to fly scholarship, his dreams are still alive.

What is wings to fly

Wings to fly is a scholarship programme that is targeting the less fortunate in the society. The Wings to Fly scholarship includes: financial support in the form of tuition fees, books, accommodation, uniform, shopping, pocket money and transport to and from school to enable them achieve their dreams.

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In addition to providing financial support, the Wings to Fly program also seeks to develop the next generation of leaders through coaching, mentoring and social transformational programs.

So far, four cohorts of Wings to Fly scholars totaling 8,144 scholars have gone through secondary school with a 96% completion rate. Out of these, 84% of the scholars (6,641) have attained university entry qualifications grade.

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The selection of Wings to Fly beneficiaries is done at the community level by a Community Scholarships Selection Board (CSSB).

This year, Equity Group Foundation (EGF) received nearly 20,000 applications from needy students who sat for their KCPE examinations last year.

During the application period, application forms are availed at all Equity Bank Branches and Equity Agents for interested candidates. The forms can also be downloaded from the Equity Group Foundation’s website.

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1000 students will receive their wings to fly Scholarship today.

Don’t miss out on the next Wings to fly scholarship. Visit any Equity Branch near you to get the application forms.

 

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