The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program is a $500 million, 10-year initiative to educate and prepare young people – particularly from Africa – to lead change and make a positive social impact in their communities.
[h=1]The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program[/h]Program:
Youth Learning
Purpose:
Provide secondary and university education to academically talented young people from disadvantaged communities, primarily in Africa
Amount:
$500 million
Term:
Ten years
Start date:
November 2011
Location:
Global