Bridgeport is so close geographically to some of the wealthiest suburbs in the country, yet it remains a blighted city. The disparity is great. The need is even greater. And the potential for positive change is infinite.
The Charter Oak Challenge Foundation was founded to help children and families who have the ability to succeed but need financial support to realize their potential. Its founder, Andy Boas, wanted to improve the languishing conditions in Bridgeport by funding a meaningful program for children’s education.
In 2001 he started the Charter Oak Scholarship Program, which gives qualified students $10,000 over four years, a laptop computer and an adult mentor during college. The scholarship program already dwarfs other programs in Bridgeport.
Charter Oak has donated more than 5 million since its inception.
