This week, the PepsiCo Foundation announced the 2022 launch of its Community College Scholarship and Mentoring program in Chicago. The S.M.I.L.E. (Success Matters in Life & Education) program is opening for applications from local students. It provides up to $50K for living expenses, professional mentorship, and financial wellness courses. According to a recent report, white students are 250 percent more likely to graduate from college than Black students and 60 percent more likely than Hispanic students from public colleges. The program was launched to help address this gap and support students in achieving degrees and graduating. The deadline to apply is February 28. Scholarships are open to students enrolled at City Colleges of Chicago and more information can be found here: https://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/pepsicosmile/