The Mode L. Stone Scholarship Circle is a distinguished group of supporters who share a passion for transforming lives through education. Named in honor of Dr. Mode L. Stone, the visionary founder of the Southern Scholarship Foundation, this circle embodies his lifelong dedication to empowering students and building a brighter future for all.

Dr. Stone founded SSF with a simple yet profound mission: to provide housing and support for students who lack financial resources but have the drive to succeed. Through his leadership, thousands of students have been given the chance to pursue their dreams in a safe and nurturing community.

By joining the Mode L. Stone Scholarship Circle, you become a part of this enduring legacy. Members of the circle provide vital support through annual gifts of $3,000 or more, ensuring SSF residents have the stability and encouragement they need to excel academically and personally.

Your support:

  • Provides safe, rent-free housing for residents who would otherwise face housing insecurity.
  • Fosters leadership development by offering programs and opportunities that shape tomorrow’s leaders.
  • Creates a thriving community where students build lifelong friendships and essential life skills.

Joining the Mode L. Stone Scholarship Circle means making a tangible, lasting difference. Your generosity fuels the aspirations of students who are eager to learn, lead, and succeed. Together, we continue Dr. Stone’s vision of transforming lives, one student at a time.

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Your support will empower Southern Scholarship Foundation to provide housing and community to ambitious students—creating a supportive environment where they can thrive academically, personally, and professionally while pursuing their dreams.

Imagine a place where young adults can thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. That is the Southern Scholarship Foundation.

SSF cultivates future leaders by providing them with the resources, mentorship, and community they need to excel. Our residents tackle the toughest challenges, developing the skills and confidence to succeed in their academic and professional journeys.