To the Editor:
Fall is here, the trees have lost most of their leaves, and seniors at Telstar are completing their college applications. Project Opportunity is a scholarship and grant program founded in 1988 for the sole purpose of helping students at Telstar Middle and High School attain a higher education. I
would like to take a moment to explain to you how Project Opportunity dollars are used. Funds are made available to any Telstar graduate attending a post-secondary education program. This includes 4-, 2-, or 1-year degree programs, a certificate, or an apprentice program. Funds are also used for current Telstar middle and high students requesting funds for “aspirations” activities, i.e., activities and programs the Board believes will inspire a student to continue his or her education beyond Telstar. These aspiration grant funds have been used to support students who have traveled to foreign countries, attended educational enrichment programs in and out of state, and many more varied and inspiring opportunities.

As of this November, Project Opportunity has been giving scholarships and grants to Telstar seniors and underclassmen for thirty-six years. During this time, Project Opportunity has committed more than $750,000 in post-secondary education scholarships to seniors and $283,500 in aspiration grants to underclassmen. On behalf of Project Opportunity, I ask that you please consider making a tax-deductible contribution this year. Any contribution, no matter its size, makes a difference in supporting our youth. Please mail your donation to Project Opportunity, Inc., P. O. Box 324, Bethel, ME 04217. I sincerely thank you in advance for your generous support. Follow us on Facebook at “Telstar Project Opportunity” for updates on how your financial support is used.

Ted Davis
Executive Director of Project Opportunity, Inc.