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Find similar grantsPost-Secondary Education Support Services (PESS) is sponsored by Heartland for Children (Florida State Program). PESS is a Florida state program for eligible former foster youth to receive the skills, education, and support necessary to become self-sufficient and have lifelong connections to supportive adults.
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Postsecondary Education Services and Support (PESS) | Florida DCF PESS is available to former foster youth who have completed high school or the equivalent and are pursuing post-secondary education.
Turned 18 while in the legal custody or licensed care of Florida Department of Children and Families and spent a total of at least six months in licensed out-of-home care before turning 18, OR Are 18 and were adopted after the age of 14 from foster care or placed with a court-approved dependency guardian after spending at least 6 months in licensed care within the 12 months immediately preceding such placement or adoption.
You have earned a standard high school diploma or equivalent Are attending a college or vocational school that is eligible under Florida Bright Futures in at least 9 credit hours If you have a documented disability that would prevent full-time attendance and the educational institution approves, you may attend fewer than 9 credit hours.
Submitted and applied for any other grants and scholarships Submitted a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application Signed an agreement to allow access to school records Completed a PESS application with the necessary documentation PESS payment stipends are in the monthly amount of $1,720 to cover housing and utilities.
Prior to receiving the PESS stipend, DCF will assess your skills and capabilities to manage your stipend. Payments are made directly toward housing and utility vendors, with the remaining funds being disbursed directly to you. This payment arrangement will be made by your CBC and will continue until you are able to demonstrate your ability to responsibly manage housing and utility payments on your own.
PESS provides continued transitional and financial planning that will include assistance in meeting your current and future needs. If you’re not meeting academic progress at renewal, with certain exceptions You have turned 23 years of age Obtained a postsecondary degree or certificate No longer a resident of the state of Florida
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible former foster youth. Specific statutory conditions apply. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows monthly financial payment of $1,720 (may include ETV funding). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Post-Secondary Education Support Services (PESS) is funded by Heartland for Children (Florida State Program). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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