SUPPORT SUMMER SCHOLARS
Be a bridge to a more equitable world. Collaborate with us in sharing social capital with remarkable young people. Help them achieve their educational and occupational goals. Their success supports us all.
Contribute
Help bring twenty-four high-achieving, low-income community college students to Chautauqua Institution in 2026 for a transformative week of educational, cultural, and social capital enrichment.
Donate Your Time - Be A Connector
Connectors meet with one or more Summer Scholars during our Connecting Conversations events in Bestor Plaza and can continue to be in touch with the students beyond their visit.
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Connecting involves:
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Being present
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Learning about their interests & goals
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Sharing information, opportunities, & connections that could be helpful to the them
Connectors can participate in recruiting Summer Scholars from their home region or supporting Scholars to visit potential transfer schools.