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A college application mentor for Grayson, first in the family to apply

Grayson will be the first in the family to apply to university and needs someone who knows the process.

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Grayson K. Williams
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Bakersfield
I'm Grayson, 17, in my final year of high school. My parents work long hours and didn't go to university, so there's no one at home who can help me understand applications, deadlines or financial aid. I'd like to study civil engineering. I have a 3.9 average, I volunteer at an after-school program and I have a draft of my personal statement. What I need is someone to read my essays, tell me honestly what's weak, and explain how scholarships work. I'm looking for an hour a week until November. We can do it by video from anywhere. My mother will be at home during every call, and the school counselor knows about this request. Thanks for reading. It took me a long time to ask. Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
effort
1 hour a week
format
Online or by phone
skills
university experience, essay feedback

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People who offered to help

  • Janhavi M. Parikh 🇮🇳 Accepted

    I live about 17 km from Bakersfield. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.

  • Shakil Saif Rahman 🇧🇩 Photo verifiedAccepted

    i live about 7 km from Bakersfield. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.

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2.3(3 reviews)

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  • Rahima Joya Mahmud🇮🇳Verified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Opio John Ssemwogerere🇹🇿Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Sunita C. Tiwari🇮🇳Verified helper
    Professional and kind

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Praying for you, Grayson. I hope things turn around soon. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care

    • I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 25 people at work. All the best.

      • hope things get better soon, Grayson. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. After 30 years in customer support I know how hard it's to ask for anything!

        • Best of luck. I hope things turn around soon. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Greetings from Newcastle

          • Wishing you peace. Your post was clear and honest. Wish I lived closer to Rajshahi so I could bring a meal.

            • Wishing you peace, Grayson. Study hard! I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too

              • Hang in there. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home

                • Best of luck, Grayson. I hope things turn around soon

                  • sending strength. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up.

                    • Manoj D. GargID verified

                      Hang in there, Grayson. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

                      • So sorry you're going through this, Grayson. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Saket

                        • Hang in there, Grayson. Your post was clear and honest.

                          • Sending strength, Grayson. Shared it with a few friends.

                            • Ye-eun Hae-won YooPhoto verified

                              Wishing you the best, Grayson. This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in Onitsha donated after I showed her your page. All the best.

                              • So sorry you're going through this, Grayson. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

                                • Sending strength, Grayson. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Bakersfield.

                                  • sending strength. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 27 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

                                    • Wishing you the best, Grayson. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. After 30 years in nursing I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from New Delhi.

                                      • Naveen R. TandonID verifiedPhoto verified

                                        You're not alone, Grayson. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.

                                        • Claire Sophie BlancPhoto verified

                                          Sending strength, Grayson. Shared this with my family. Blessings.

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