La Vida Scholars began in 2007 and today serves over 180 Scholars annually in the cities of Lynn & Chelsea, MA. La Vida also works hand-in-hand with families, primarily immigrant families whose children attend public high schools. Services of the program include: academic support, campus visits, monthly parent meetings, matched college savings, individualized student advising and counseling, and help in completion of scholarship and college applications. Since 2007, the program has helped over 350 students secure more than $22 million in grants, scholarships, and awards!