BISON CHILDREN'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Giving Families a Choice
Giving Children a Chance
Catalyzing change by empowering families with educational options and opportunities.
Broadening Educational Opportunities
We aim to assist low-income families in affording the cost of private K-12 education.
Choice Regardless of Income or Zip Code
We firmly believe that parents should have the freedom to choose the school that best aligns with their child’s needs, irrespective of their income or the area they live in.
Investment in the WNY Community
BISON Fund supports a large number of children in Western NY showcasing their commitment to the region and its students.
We believe that parents should be able to choose the school that best fits their child’s needs regardless of income or zip code. Children have the best chance at a bright future when families have a choice.
Creating pathways to success for the students of WNY.
Program & Scholarships
Explore our program and see how we’re investing in the future, one student at a time.
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Every contribution brings us closer to a future where every child has the chance to succeed.
Community Impact
From Classroom to Community
Success Stories
Our Scholars' Inspiring Journeys
Sarah Philomena Appleton (Phillie)
A 2009 graduate of the Kadimah School, Sarah Philomena Appleton (Phillie), continued her education at Buffalo Seminary. She started at the University at Buffalo this fall.
Phillie’s love of learning is evident in her classes. She is lively and engaged as she wrestles with the subject matter. Teachers remark “Phillie was a leader in the classroom … I was always impressed by her ability to think of solutions to problems in a nontraditional matter.” Her favorite subject is history and consequently loves to travel since the opportunity presents itself to learn about history and the people who make it.
Phillie plays the violin and piano, sings in the glee club, and recently has taken up riding
SaMari Hall
“I was always a persistent and enthusiastic student in the classroom. My mother saw that and was determined to give me the best education available. She enrolled me at St. Joseph’s University School for kindergarten, and I loved it. I lost my dad at the age of 3 which left my mom to raise four girls on her own and tuition became difficult to pay. With the help of the BISON Fund, I completed my journey at St. Joe’s. I went on to Sacred Heart Academy and am now a sophomore at Cornell University. I am a biological sciences major and plan to be an Epidemiologist. The BISON Fund is a big part of my success, and without it, I can honestly say I wouldn’t be where I am today.”
St. Joseph’s University School ’14
Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart ’18
Cornell University ’22
Keith Carter
A 2009, graduate of St. Joseph’s University School, Keith continued his education at Cardinal O’Hara High School. He was a dedicated student and athlete, participating in Football and Basketball. His dedication emerged among his teammates, being named Most Improved Player in basketball and the Captain of the Football team. His favorite class was economics, which taught him real-world money management skills.
His other activities included Boy Scouts, Campus Ministry, and summer employment at area summer youth programs.
Keith graduated from Cardinal O’Hara and is currently studying Criminal Justice at Buffalo State College. He chose this major to help others and make the world a better place.
Keith credits the BISON Fund for helping him get to where he is today.
A 2009, graduate of St. Joseph’s University School, Keith continued his education at Cardinal O’Hara High School. He was a dedicated student and athlete, participating in Football and Basketball. His dedication emerged among his teammates, being named Most Improved Player in basketball and the Captain of the Football team. His favorite class was economics, which taught him real-world money management skills.
His other activities included Boy Scouts, Campus Ministry, and summer employment at area summer youth programs.
Keith graduated from Cardinal O’Hara and is currently studying Criminal Justice at Buffalo State College. He chose this major to help others and make the world a better place.
Keith credits the BISON Fund for helping him get to where he is today.
Lawrence Williams
Lawrence graduated from St. Joseph’s University School and continued his academic career at St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute. Lawrence took advantage of all that a St. Joe’s education has to offer. His teachers described him as having effective time management skills, strong work ethic, and being able to work well in group situations.
In addition to his academic courses, he was a member of both the football and track & field team. His extra-curricular activities included the Big Brothers Program, French Club, and various volunteer work.
At St. Joe’s Lawrence was known for his quiet, positive, and polite demeanor. He was the type of student who worked toward the “group goal” without ever expecting any recognition.
Lawrence started this fall at the University of Hartford.
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