The Essential Friends Foundation, a nonprofit established in 2017, is deeply committed to fostering good citizenship by offering charitable, educational, civic, and social programs. Central to their mission is providing vital educational opportunities to the community, especially those facing financial constraints.

 

Through the Dr. Ronald E. McNair Scholarship Fund, the foundation honors the legacy of Dr. McNair, an advocate for education, by offering financial aid to college-bound students in the metropolitan Houston area. These scholarships aim to uplift low-income students, supporting their pursuit of higher education and encouraging their engagement in math, science, and engineering fields.

 

The Essential Friends Foundation is dedicated to offering a range of charitable, educational, civic, and social programs and services, actively engaging in the nurturing of young individuals as they embark on their journey to becoming responsible and ethical citizens.