Do you think you can't raise the money to attend an NYLF program? Think again! These participants raised all or part of their tuition using innovative ideas and, in some cases, a little elbow grease.  Check out their success stories below.

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“Most people in my community are willing to help with the furthering of an education.  If having a fundraiser is the only way you can attend, do not hesitate to try it because the program is very enriching.”

--Stephanie Jarrett, NYLF/MED 2003

Using established relationships and some perseverance, Gabriela Valenzuela raised her full tuition to attend NYLF/DID in 2004. Read more.

Everyone loves pizza--or that's what Ryan Adams was banking on when he used a cool idea to raise his full tuition. Read more.

Lee Trager used his technological talents to help raise the funds to attend NYLF/TECH in 2004. Read more.

Atyel used family talents to help him raise money to attend NYLF/MED.  Read more.

Crystal met with medical professionals and businesses in person to help her raise funds.  Read more.