Legacy Foundation of Hartford

✨💙 Scholar Spotlight: Chance’s Prom Night 🤍✨

Legacy Foundation of Hartford is proud to shine the spotlight on Chance Clarke as he celebrated a memorable night at Bloomfield High School’s Prom!

Dressed to impress and enjoying this special milestone, Chance reminded us that scholar success is about more than the classroom — it’s also about confidence, joy, community, and creating meaningful memories along the way.

We love celebrating our scholars as they grow, achieve, and embrace the full high school experience. Congratulations, Chance — you looked fantastic, and we are so proud of you! 🌟

Talent is Universal, Opportunities Are Not!

🎓💙 Celebrating Our Covenant Prep Graduates! 🤍✨

Legacy Foundation of Hartford is proud to celebrate our scholars — Josiah Lawrence, Jonathan Hall, Allan Mason duFrend III, and Dillard Martinez — on their graduation from Covenant Preparatory School!

This milestone reflects their hard work, dedication, perseverance, and commitment to growth throughout their middle school journey. As they prepare to take the next exciting step into high school, we know they will continue to learn, lead, and achieve great things.

Congratulations, scholars! Your future is bright, and we are cheering you on every step of the way. 🌟

Talent is Universal, Opportunities Are Not!

Happy Father’s Day from the Legacy Foundation of Hartford! 💙✨

Today, we celebrate fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and father figures who lead with love, guidance, patience, and purpose. Your encouragement helps shape confidence, character, and brighter futures for the next generation.

To every father figure making a difference in the lives of young people across Hartford and beyond — thank you for showing up, speaking life, and helping build lasting legacy.

Talent is Universal, Opportunities Are Not!

Today, we honor Juneteenth as a powerful reminder of the ongoing journey toward freedom, justice, and opportunity.

At the Legacy Foundation of Hartford, this day invites us to reflect on history, celebrate resilience, and continue uplifting young people as they walk toward brighter futures. Freedom is more than a moment in history—it is a responsibility we carry forward through education, community, and opportunity.

Juneteenth reminds us why the work matters. ❤️💛💚🖤

Have you read the latest issue of The Legacy Foundation of Hartford Summer Newsletter? 📬✨

Our June 2026 Summer Edition celebrates scholar success, leadership, growth, and the powerful moments that continue building brighter futures for Hartford youth.

Inside this issue, you’ll find highlights from Legacy programs, scholar achievements, community moments, and the impact of opportunities created through support, mentorship, and education.

Read the latest issue and see how Legacy is helping young leaders grow, thrive, and prepare for what’s next.
📖 Read now: https://legacyfoundationhartford.org/june-newsletter-2026-growing-leaders-building-futures/

🎓 Legacy Foundation of Hartford is heading to the Martha’s Vineyard HBCU College Fair!

Join us for an exciting HBCU College Fair Bus Trip designed to help young people connect with college representatives, meet alumni, explore future opportunities, and experience Martha’s Vineyard in a meaningful way.

📍 Martha’s Vineyard Experience
📅 Tuesday, August 11th
🕖 Departure: 7:00 AM
🕚 Return: 11:00 PM

🚌 Transportation: Bus pick up and drop off in Hartford and/or New Haven
💵 Cost: $125, includes all transportation
✅ Registration Opens: May 15
💰 Deposit: $50 due at registration

This is more than a trip—it’s an opportunity to invest in the future. Space is limited, so register early!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hbcu-college-fair
Questions? Call Legacy Foundation of Hartford at 860-952-4000.

Family Engagement in Action at Renzulli Academy

Building strong futures starts with strong partnerships. 💙

The Legacy Foundation of Hartford was proud to participate in the Renzulli Gifted & Talented Academy Family Engagement Night, where our team connected with families, educators, and community leaders who share a commitment to student success. We were also honored to meet Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam and celebrate the power of collaboration in creating opportunities for young people.

Events like these strengthen the connection between schools, families, and community organizations—helping students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
At Legacy, we believe that Talent is Universal, Opportunities Are Not! Together, we can create pathways to success for Hartford’s youth.

📣 Our Summer 2026 Newsletter is here!

At Legacy Foundation of Hartford, we believe that talent is universal, but opportunities are not. This edition highlights the incredible achievements, leadership, and growth of our scholars—and the community that helps make it all possible.

Inside, you'll discover:
✨ Scholars presenting at the SERC Dismantling Systemic Racism Conference
✨ Student leadership through Porter's LEADS program
✨ Madison Stewart's lead performance in Matilda the Musical
✨ Highlights from our Parent Showcase & End-of-Year Celebration
✨ A special tribute to retiring College Coach Lynne Bossart

Every story reflects the impact of mentorship, educational support, leadership development, and a community that believes in the potential of every young person.

📖 Read the newsletter and see your impact in action.
❤️ Support our mission and help create more opportunities for Hartford scholars.

https://info.legacyfoundationhartford.org/newsletter-june-2026

🎓✨ Celebrating Our Graduates: Legacy Scholars College Bound! ✨🎓

What an incredible evening at the Legacy Foundation of Hartford Graduation Dinner! We came together to celebrate the achievements, dedication, and bright futures of our graduating seniors.

👏 Congratulations to Raheem Barclay, who will be attending Princeton University, and Chance Clarke, who will continue his academic journey at the University of Connecticut (UConn).

These remarkable scholars have demonstrated resilience, leadership, and a commitment to excellence. Their success is a powerful reminder that when talent meets opportunity, amazing things happen.

As they take the next step toward their dreams, the entire Legacy community is cheering them on every step of the way. We are proud of all they have accomplished and excited to see the impact they will make in the future.

🎉 Congratulations to the Class of 2026!