SISTERS OF SOBRIETY EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

A commitment to long-term success in recovery, education, and life.

The SOS Educational Scholarship was established through the generosity of an anonymous donor foundation with a clear intention: to set a woman in recovery up for long-term success, not temporary relief. Education, stability, and support are meant to work together so progress can continue long after the scholarship ends.

The donor often explained real, lasting change in practical terms using W-D-F:

W (Work) -> THE REAL CHANGE, GROWTH, AND FUTURE BEING BUILT
F (FORCE) -> THE EFFORT, COMMITMENT, AND DAILY ACTIONS
D (DISTANCE) -> THE DIRECTION AND FORWARD MOVEMENT OVER TIME

This opportunity is available to Sisters of Sobriety alumni and current residents who have demonstrated commitment to their recovery, including a minimum of six months of sustained abstinence from all mood-altering substances, and who remain in good standing with SOS. It is intended for women who are actively engaged in their recovery, taking responsibility for their choices, and ready to move forward with purpose.

Each year, one woman is selected to receive a fully debt-free scholarship, renewable for up to four years. The scholarship is designed to cover approved educational expenses and approved essential living expenses, as outlined in the scholarship guidelines. By removing financial pressure, the scholarship allows the recipient to focus on her education, her recovery, and the responsibilities of building a stable, independent life.

In addition to financial support, each scholarship recipient is paired with an Academic Success Coach who walks alongside her throughout the scholarship term. This support is designed to strengthen both recovery and educational success, and may include academic planning, goal setting, accountability, problem-solving, navigating challenges, maintaining balance, and staying connected to recovery supports while pursuing higher education or vocational training.

Over the course of ten years, this program will support ten women—one at a time—because sustainable change is built through focus, consistency, and intentional investment.

This scholarship reflects a belief that recovery is strengthened when opportunity is paired with structure, support, and accountability.

(Donor blessing)
“Set up for success—so your work has direction and your future keeps moving forward.”