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Education & College Success Program
Our Education & College Success Program supports students and families from kindergarten through college completion. We focus on removing barriers to learning, strengthening academic performance, and helping students successfully transition into higher education or career pathways.
Academic Support & Case Management
Our academic support services include:
Truancy / Attendance Support
& Legal Advocacy
Advocacy and support for Individualized Education Plans (IEP) and 504 Plans
Family engagement and coordination with schools
College Access & Admissions Support
As members of the National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC), we guide students through the college admissions process with a focus on equity, access, and informed decision‑making.
Our college readiness services include:
College awareness and planning K-12 workshops
Assistance with college exploration, applications and fee waivers
FAFSA completion guidance and financial aid education
Connections to colleges and universities through virtual and in‑person college fairs
Step-by-Step College Awareness & Planning Workshops (K–12)
Starting as early as kindergarten, Step‑by‑Step College Awareness & Planning Workshops are multi‑session programs designed to help students and families explore careers, understand the college process, key academic milestones, and affordability planning to build a strong foundation for future success. These engaging workshops grow with students, providing age‑appropriate guidance at every academic stage while supporting parents in planning for the journey ahead.
The Anthony Meekins Legacy (AML) Scholarship is a vital initiative within our Education and College Success Program. In its first year, this impactful scholarship empowers first-generation college students from Philadelphia who exhibit remarkable resilience, strong leadership, and a dedication to overcoming personal and systemic obstacles as they strive for higher education at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania. By supporting these inspiring individuals, we are investing in a brighter future for our community.
The AML scholarship provides:
• Financial support for college
• Priority access to college success coaching and mentorship
• Ongoing academic check‑ins and support
• A connection to a legacy rooted in perseverance, leadership, and community impact
Anthony Meekins Legacy Scholarship
Anthony Meekins: A Legacy of Family, Community, and Service
Anthony Meekins is remembered as a devoted family man and a steadfast pillar of support within his family and community. His life was defined by compassion, perseverance, and a deep commitment to uplifting others. Anthony believed that strength is built through unity, and he lived that belief through his dedication to family, mentorship, and community empowerment.
Anthony was the first in his family to attend and graduate from the illustrious first degree granting college - university, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania. This milestone was made possible through the determination and collective support of his siblings, who shared a unified mission to ensure their youngest brother had every opportunity to succeed academically.
This shared commitment reflected the values that shaped Anthony’s life filled with mutual support, resilience, and the belief that achievement is strongest when it is rooted in family. His commitment to family extended well beyond his immediate circle. Anthony was an original board member of Families Achieving Success Together (FAST), demonstrating his enduring dedication to helping individuals and families thrive. In this role, he supported initiatives that promoted stability, opportunity, and long‑term success for underserved communities, further extending the reach of his service and advocacy.
Anthony was widely respected for his ability to connect with others through sincerity, encouragement, and purpose. He served as a trusted mentor and advocate, consistently offering guidance grounded in empathy and integrity. His influence was felt in the relationships he built and the lives he helped shape. In recognition of his lasting impact, the Anthony Meekins Legacy Scholarship was established to honor his lifelong commitment to family, education, and community support. The scholarship represents a legacy that reflects Anthony’s belief in investing in people and creating pathways for future generations. Anthony Meekins’ legacy endures through the families he strengthened, the community he helped build, and the example he set through a life of selfless service. His memory continues to inspire unity, opportunity, and compassion for all.
Our Commitment
Through academic advocacy, college access services, and the Anthony Meekins Legacy Scholarship, we empower students to succeed in school and beyond. Our goal is not just college entry, but long‑term success helping students persist, graduate, and build meaningful futures.
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FAST believes success is not meant to be achieved alone.
True success is meant to be shared, taught, and multiplied. Whether you are a family member, partner, supporter, or community ally, we invite you to join us in this movement. Stand with us as we invest in people, preserve legacy, and build pathways to success for generations to come. Together, we can move F.A.S.T. toward a future where every individual has the opportunity, support, and belief needed to thrive.