This fundraiser is based on the popular TV show that has swept the nation. In our local adaption, community members generously volunteer to perform in “Dancing (and More!) with the Potential Stars to raise money for Project Potential.
We believe that education changes lives. We also believe that a college education is crucial to breaking the cycle of economic disadvantage so many of our students grow up in.
See the impact that Project Potential has on students.
Project Potential offers a mentoring program for our seniors. These mentors provide one-on-one support to students as they navigate through the college selection process.
Our Goal
At Project Potential, we believe that education changes lives. We also believe that a college education is crucial to breaking the cycle of economic disadvantage so many of our students grow up in.
Our History
Project Potential was founded in 1994 by local businessman Tim Timberlake and former superintendent Jim Simeon. Their purpose for starting this program was to encourage more students in our community to enroll in a college or university after graduating from high school. As a result of their vision and commitment, Project Potential raised the funds needed to offer partial scholarships to 13 students in 1996.
Enhanced Focus
Since its inception, the focus of Project Potential has expanded to meet the needs of a growing number of economically disadvantaged students in the Lexington City School System. With the addition of services that provide comprehensive support throughout high school, we are now able to identify and successfully address many of the obstacles our students face in the college application and enrollment process.
Our Services
-College coaching/mentoring
-College admission advising
-ACT and SAT Preparation
-College application assistance
-College tours
-FAFSA support
-Scholarship identification and application support
-Personal growth seminars
-Community service opportunities
-Dorm room necessities
Metrics
-Over 500 students have received scholarships to attend more than 70 different colleges and universities
-99% of Project Potential Students have been accepted to a college or university.
We Need You!!!
-Become a college coach/mentor
-Participate in fundraising
-Scholarship and general support
-Dorm room donations (new comforters, extra long sheets, and towels)
