Foundation For Excellence

Access to higher education continues to be a dream for many, especially for first-generation learners.

Through the FFE–Carl Bechem Scholarship Program, 155 scholars have been supported since FY 2019–20, with many successfully graduating and others continuing their academic journeys across fields such as engineering, medicine, law, and pharmacy.

With a strong presence across 20+ states and a majority of scholars coming from rural backgrounds, the program focuses on reaching high-potential students who often lack access to opportunities.



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On 8th April, our FFE-Firstsource scholars participated in an inspiring and interactive session with leaders from Firstsource, a long-term donor partner with FFE. The scholars shared their journeys and experiences of the scholarship program and asked thoughtful questions about careers, skill development, and future opportunities.

The Firstsource Leaders addressed the scholars, offering valuable insights and guidance that were truly motivating. Along with their CSR Team, we were joined by these Firstsource Leaders who addressed the scholars:

Sankara Mahalingam – Global Lead, Social Purpose Programs
Alexander Patel – Associate Director, Operations
Raghupathy N – AVP, Operations
Hiren Shah – Senior Manager

The session was also addressed by Mr. Ram Kolavennu, CEO of FFE, who spoke about the transformative impact of this long-term partnership on the lives of our scholars.

We are deeply grateful to Firstsource for their continued support, providing not just financial scholarships but also mentorship and encouragement that empower our scholars to reach their full potential.