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Re:Tell HN: I've been paying for a rural Tanzanian's educati... by telesilla on Thursday October 08, 2026 @01:19PM (#50008750)
I started a small yearly scholarship at my old university 10 years ago and have seen some wonderful students graduating. It isn't much but pays for some supplies and gives them a sense of reality that someone in their field believes in them. I love the conversations we have, I make it a condition of the scholarship that we talk for a while and I hear their stories.

Note - I did this because I also received such a scholarship and it was critical in building my sense of belonging. Call your alumni association, they can help you and would be delighted to hear from you.

Re:Tell HN: I've been paying for a rural Tanzanian's educati... by lukehandcool on Thursday October 08, 2026 @01:48PM (#50009234)
This is similar to my story as well. I was given a full ride merit scholarship to undergrad that came with a stipend. It was so impactful on my life I felt a strong urge to offer the same thing, no string attached, to other people. Thanks for sharing.
Re:Tell HN: I've been paying for a rural Tanzanian's educati... by telesilla on Thursday October 08, 2026 @02:08PM (#50009578)
Noblesse oblige and all that! Great to hear you heard the call too.