
Our goal is to prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
Through virtual workshops, Mission: Independence students will gain hands on experience building tailored resumes that highlight the strengths they bring to the table. They will walk away knowing how to take their achievements and communicate them effectively during an interview, and establish their brand in our community.
It’s never too early to build positive financial practices. We walk our students through the steps of creating a budget- emphasizing the importance of aligning spending and saving with income. RUW helps students identify ways to establish credit and avoid building debt.


Job Interviewing 101
Monday March 22nd
Get hands on experience with building a tailored resume.
Budgeting 101
Tuesday March 23rd
Gain an understanding of the importance of aligning spending and savings with income and how to invest your money.
Credit Essentials 101
Wednesday March 24th
Identify ways to establish credit. Acquire effective ways to manage credit to avoid building up credit card debt.
Smart Savings 101
Thursday March 25th
Gain an understanding of the importance of aligning spending and saving with your income. This workshop goes over the basics of investing money.
Practice Interviews 101
Friday March 26th
Participate in a one-on-one mock interview.
Questions?
Scholarship Opportunity And Eligibility:
M:I SPRING 2021 SCHOLARSHIP DRAWING INFORMATION:
Mission: Independence scholarships are for students who are seeking to advance their career goals by attending a college or a career and technical school.
To apply for the scholarship, the applicant must be planning to enroll in an accredited educational or training institution.
($1,000 Scholarship Drawing)
- Eligible City and Counties in Virginia: Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, or Caroline
- Must be a high school senior or 2021 high school graduate.
- You must register and actively participate in all five workshops to qualify for the scholarship drawing.
If interested in applying please email Melody at mfowler@rappahannockunitedway.org for a follow up scholarship application with additional eligibility and award requirements.
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Sponsorship Opportunities: 2021
MAKE M:I POSSIBLE:
Rappahannock United Way envisions Mission: Independence to be accessible to all local students through virtual workshops and scholarship opportunities. By sponsoring Mission: Independence you are investing in the next generation of your workforce, ensuring they have the skills needed to be outstanding employees and members of the community.
We need your support to empower the next generation and equip them with the necessary skills to thrive in adulthood.