Lincoln Foundation
We are an independently operated organization offering outside-of-school academic enrichment and college readiness programs for under-resourced youth throughout the Louisville Metropolitan area.
Welcome!
Lincoln Foundation has empowered youth to overcome adversity through education since its founding by Berea College in 1910. Our mission is to provide educational enrichment programs that develop and support youth in overcoming social and economic barriers to achievement.
Latest News & Updates
The 2022-2023 Whitney M. YOUNG Scholars Program® online application window is currently open until April 1, 2023. Students who will be entering the 8th or 9th grade in the Fall of 2023 are eligible to apply. To apply, please visit the WYSP Parent Portal.
Our Programs
Our programs serve the needs of academically talented, socioeconomically disadvantaged students.
Parent Portal
Lincoln Foundation Parent Portal is the central hub where Parents/Students can apply, manage enrollments, and pay the annual fee to their respective programs.
Ways To Help
We are grateful to the many dedicated donors, partners, alumni, and volunteers for their valuable financial and in-kind support on an annual basis.
Lincoln Foundation Blog
What's new?
Keep up with Lincoln Foundation news and events. Here you will find the latest updates on our programs and up-to-date information.