We connect young people across the globe to educational scholarships and practical support systems that bridge the gap between what is and what could be.
Who we are.
Some of us are students trying to change what the future looks like.
Some are volunteers offering guidance we once needed.
Some are financial partners making sure doors stay open.
What connects us isn’t location or circumstance, it’s an internal fire to build something better, and to make the path a little clearer for whoever comes next.
MEI is built around one idea: everyone deserves a fair shot at what’s possible.
What we do.
At home in Los Angeles and across the U.S., we walk with youth who are aging out of foster care and first-generation students who are navigating adult life for the first time: educational access, mentorship, and learning how to stay steady when systemic supports disappear.
In places like Malawi, Nigeria, and Bangladesh, it we fund tuition and provide meals for students through trusted local schools and partners.
Every program is built for accountability and follow-through, because the bridge only works if it’s built to last.
see what happens when someone refuses to give up.
I Am Still Here, a poem written by one of our Malawian students, carries the power of resilience, defiance, and strength. The video is inspired by her voice, but this story belongs to all of us.
1,994
Youth Supported
$627K
Scholarships Funded
8
Countries Served
83
Active Scholarships
How we do it.
Practical systems built to turn potential into progress, guiding youth through education with purpose and support.
COMPREHENSIVE SCHOLARSHIPS
Complete education support for students who need comprehensive financial assistance to pursue their academic goals.
SHARED
SCHOLARSHIPS
Co-funded tuition through partnerships with schools, donors, or sponsors.
DIGITAL
EDUCATION
Certificates, programs, and internships focused on real-world skills. Flexible, scalable, and future-focused.
“This work is a shared investment in human potential. In young people who are ready to build something real with the opportunities in front of them.
Your support creates stability, continuity, and a sense of possibility that ripples far beyond a single classroom.
When we show up together consistently, generously, and with hope, we’re shaping the kind of future we all want to live in.
This is the place where determination meets opportunity.
Thank you for creating the future with us.”
— Kim McManus, Founder
Stories of Transformation.
Proof that progress is personal, tangible, and already in motion.
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Bianca, 22
Scholarship Student
USA“I have peace of mind & can focus on studying & grades. MEI is my only source of help right now & is a light at the end of the tunnel.”
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Miracle, 21
Scholarship Student
Malawi“Because of MEI, I can get educated & help my family break free from poverty. MEI also gives my siblings hope to go to college too.”
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Kylen, 24
Scholarship Student
USA
“Coming from the Foster care system, there was no celebrating any holidays, but MEI gives me the opportunity to have some of the best experiences of my life. I can’t thank everyone that’s a part of MEI enough.” -
Shanae, 26
Scholarship Student
USA
“With the steadfast support of MEI, I recently graduated with my Associate's Degree. MEI’s unwavering support allowed me to fully focus on my studies without the burden of life’s stressors. I am profoundly grateful for this opportunity, which feels like a rare blessing from above.”
Legacy Projects
Before MEI established its formal model, we worked with key partners on responsive community projects around the world from school builds to feeding initiatives and teacher housing.
These were the early steps that taught us the deeper need for long-term educational support.
a special thanks to our partners who make this work possible:
You belong here.
Volunteers
Whether you’re great with details, creative work, mentorship, logistics, or simply showing up, there’s a place for you here.
Students
Access education through our three-tier system designed to meet you where you are and help you reach your goals.
Partners
Join companies, schools, and organizations that are committed to creating opportunities for young dreamers.