Boys Hope/Girls Hope
This is another article in a series about individuals and groups doing great work in St. Louis.
Boys Hope- Girls Hope is a non profit that takes a boarding educational experience for inner city kids who are in at risk social situations but academically talented. The facility is housed in Richmond Heights and houses 10 male and 10 female scholars. These scholars range in grade from sixth grade to seniors in high school. They attend school at public and private schools. Many receive scholarships. The facility also provides meals, transportation, and extensive social services. Most of these students end up going to college, and about 65% graduate. Many of the alumni mentor the scholars.
In addition, Boys/Hope Girls Hope provides a non residential program which provides all the same programs except housing.
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