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08/16/2026

08/09/2026

IRS Reminder- Tax Credits to help offset education costs.

08/07/2026

🎓 Summer Is Not Just a Break — It’s an Opportunity to Prepare for Your Future!

For high school juniors and seniors, this summer is a valuable time to take steps that can make a difference in your college journey and future career.

Whether you are preparing college applications, exploring career options, or building your skills, here are a few ways to make the most of your summer:
✅ Research Colleges & Career Paths
Take time to explore schools, majors, scholarships, and careers that match your interests and strengths. The more you learn now, the better decisions you can make later.

✅ Strengthen Your College Application
Summer is a great time to update your resume, reflect on your accomplishments, work on essays, and organize important deadlines.

✅ Apply for Scholarships
Don’t wait until senior year is over. Many scholarships open during the summer and early fall. Start building a list, preparing essays, and applying early.

✅ Gain Experience
Look for internships, volunteer opportunities, part-time jobs, research opportunities, or community projects. Real-world experience helps you develop skills and discover your interests.

✅ Build Your Network
Connect with mentors, professionals, and college students who can share advice and lessons learned. One conversation can open the door to new opportunities.

✅ Develop Skills
Learn something new — coding, public speaking, writing, financial literacy, leadership, or any skill that can help you in college and your career.

Remember: small actions taken today can create big opportunities tomorrow.

At Muslim Youth Mentors, our mission is to help students succeed through mentorship, guidance, and connections focused on the three C’s: College, Community, and Connect.

We encourage students to use this summer wisely, invest in themselves, and take steps toward achieving their goals.

📚 Start preparing today. Your future self will thank you.

08/07/2026

All are invited to join Masjid Hamza's Community BBQ this Sunday, August 9th, 2026 from 2pm to 4pm, insha Allah!
See you all there!!

08/06/2026

NYS- Internships for Fall 2026 now open!

07/31/2026

🎓 Scholarship Alert for High School Seniors! 🎓

If you're a current high school senior planning to attend college, don't miss the opportunity to apply for the Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship!

🏆 Award: 150 students will each receive a $20,000 scholarship.

This prestigious, merit-based scholarship recognizes students who have demonstrated:
✅ Academic excellence (minimum 3.0 GPA)
✅ Leadership
✅ Community service
✅ A commitment to making a positive impact

One of the best parts? The initial application requires NO essays, transcripts, or recommendation letters. Those are only requested if you advance to the semifinalist stage.

📅 Application Opens: August 3, 2026
📅 Application Deadline: September 30, 2026 (5:00 PM ET)

🔗 Learn more and apply here:
https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/

Please share this with any high school seniors, parents, educators, guidance counselors, or mentors who may benefit. Opportunities like this can make a meaningful difference in helping students achieve their educational goals.

07/31/2026

Many students spend hours searching for ways to help pay for college, yet opportunities like this often go unnoticed.

🍕 The Pizza Hut Foundation Scholarship is now accepting applications through August 31, 2026.

Eligible students may receive $500 to $5,000 in scholarship funding plus a 14-week mentorship program that connects recipients with professionals from the Pizza Hut organization and its partners. It's a great example of how scholarships can provide more than just financial support—they can also help students build valuable professional relationships and career skills.

Some of the eligibility requirements include:
✅ U.S. resident, ages 17–26
✅ Minimum 2.5 GPA
✅ Planning to attend or currently attending an accredited college, university, trade, or vocational school
✅ Participation in the mentorship program
(See the application for complete eligibility requirements.)

If you're a student—or you know one—don't miss this opportunity. Please share this post with your network so it reaches as many deserving students as possible.

Application deadline: August 31, 2026

Learn more and apply here:
https://www.pizzahutfoundation.org/programs/

07/19/2026

Ready for your next opportunity? The is hiring Appeals Officers in a variety of locations. Here is a quick rundown of the position:

• Holding conferences and negotiating issues with taxpayers/representatives to resolve tax disputes.
• Communicating and fostering dialogue with peers, customers and partners.
• Leading several teams that work cases.
• Coaching employees in the accomplishment of team objectives and effective problem- solving.

If you’re a leader ready to take your next career leap, apply ASAP: https://ow.ly/FEa050YZKA2