Brooks ‘15 has been featured on CNN Heroes for her work in her non-profit ScholarCHIPS, an organization benefiting students with an incarcerated parent. Share this page on Facebook Share this page on Twitter Share this page on LinkedIn Email this page to a friend Print this pageYasmine Arrington Brooks ’15 has recently been nominated for CNN Hero of the Year for her nonprofit, ScholarCHIPS, and has advanced to the Top 10 CNN Heroes. “ScholarCHIPS offers community-building for our scholars, both virtually and in-person,” Brooks told CNN. Facing the challenges of parental incarceration, she decided to establish her nonprofit ScholarCHIPS in 2010 at the age of 16. To participate in CNN Heroes voting, click here.

Source: Forbes November 16, 2023 10:51 UTC