We help Coloradans in need by providing scholarships and grants that make education more accessible and affordable.
Our Mission
To help financially in-need young adult Coloradans by providing scholarships and grants that make education more accessible and affordable. Our commitment is to empower individuals, strengthen families, and create thriving communities across Colorado.
Who We Help
We support Coloradans who face financial barriers to education—students, families, and community members striving to improve their opportunities. Whether it’s a first-generation college student, a parent returning to school, or someone pursuing technical training, our goal is to ensure that financial challenges never stand in the way of learning.
How We Help
Through scholarships and grants, we provide meaningful financial assistance that reduces stress and opens doors to new opportunities to in-need graduating Colorado seniors seeking an education in skills-based professions. Our programs are designed to be flexible, practical, and responsive to the diverse needs of people across the state of Colorado. Each award is more than just funding—it’s an investment in potential.
Why It Matters
Education is one of the most powerful tools for creating lasting change. By helping Coloradans pursue their dreams, we strengthen families, enrich communities, and build a stronger Colorado for future generations. Our mission is not only about financial aid—it’s about creating pathways to success, dignity, and hope.
BPI Scholars
We are proud to provide financial support for in-need graduating Colorado seniors seeking an education in skills-based professions. Becoming a BPI Scholar is a both an academic honor and access to a support network of partners and resources designed for success. If you are a financially in-need young adults and interested pursuing training in skills-based role that will quickly deliver a living wage and meaningful career path, becoming a BPI Scholar might be right for you! The application process is easy and straightforward, with dedicated support to answer your questions along the way. Scholarship applications open annually in February and close in April.
BPI Partners
Nonprofit partners are the backbone of executing our mission of eliminating the barriers to post-secondary education and career opportunities. From providing solutions for transportation, child-care, course and materials fees, and apprenticeship opportunities, nonprofits are at the forefront of making CTE more accessible to our young adults. Through grants and financial support, we are enabling nonprofit partners to provide end-to-end services supporting the journey of disadvantaged students. We offer two grant windows per year (April and October), so if you are a Colorado-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing services to support young adults (17-19-years-old), reach out and join our partner network.
BPI Donors
Imagine this: A young, hardworking student with big dreams and boundless potential is held back, not by a lack of determination, but by a lack of resources. For financially struggling students in Colorado, even a small investment can open the door to a brighter future.
By stepping in to support these young adults, you’re not just helping them meet their basic needs—you’re empowering them to reach for a future filled with opportunities. Your contribution could be the difference between someone merely getting by and someone launching into a career that offers a living wage and lasting stability.
If you’re looking to make a meaningful and direct impact on the future of Colorado, there’s no better way than investing in our students. Their success benefits all of us. Let’s help them thrive because when they win, we all do.
$10,000
Covers one year of critical wrap-around services for 10 students at Emily Griffith Technical College
2022 US Dept of Education Report : By connecting students to wraparound services, including need-based and emergency aid, affordable childcare and housing, and means-tested benefits, institutions can help students overcome these barriers to focus on their studies
$5,000
covers tuition for 40 students in English Language Acquisition classes
2025 Lewis University: Speaking two languages can also mean a fatter pay check. Bilingual employees often earn up to 20% more per hour than those who speak only one language. One in four companies has faced business setbacks due to a lack of bilingual talent
$1,000
Covers licensure and exam fees for 7 certified nursing assistant students at CrossPurpose
2025 HRSA Report: 59 of Colorado’s 64 counties contain regions that are federally designated as health-professional shortage areas in primary care. 2025 HRSA Report
$500
will cover testing and certification fees for 3 welding and metal fabrication students
2024 - Skilled Trades in America Report:
Nearly 90% of skilled tradespeople, like plumbers, welders, electricians and general contractors, report being highly satisfied with their careers.
$250
Covers the class fees for 4 DPS Career and Early College (CEC) students taking Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Auto Collision, and Video Production
CEC offers 19 career pathways consisting of college dual enrollment, core coursework/credits, and industry level skills, and have been in operation since 1976.
2025 DPS
$100
pays for one year of personal mentoring for a BPI Scholar
2025 Children Uniting Nations Study:
Teens with mentors show stronger academic performance, healthier emotional habits, increased adoption of life skills, and greater hope for the future. They speak more clearly, plan more seriously, and connect more deeply.
$50
pays for a uniform/scrubs for 1 student in a Health Science, Medical Assistant or Dental Hygienist program
2023 Kaiser Family Foundation Report:
Coloradans had less than 54% of the dentists and hygienists needed to adequately treat the state's population