Who We Are

Through our programs, scholarships, mentorship initiatives, and partnerships, we strive to create an environment that develops talent, fosters growth, and change. The SVP Scholars Program focuses on building the leaders of tomorrow for the good of both the scholar and the communities they serve.

Our Vision

Our vision aims to unlock the potential of the next generation by providing education, opportunities, and support. We seek to nurture intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, leadership, and provide resources to help our scholars excel academically and develop as well-rounded individuals.

For those deserving students accepted to the SVP Scholars Program, we remove any financial barriers between them and higher education. Through the collective efforts of SVP, the SVPSP Mentors, and our partners, we help our scholars thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance.

Our Values

Our core values anchor our work and guide the SVP Scholars Program towards our mission. They define our approach and shape the impact our program and our Scholars will make.  

• 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: We believe acquiring knowledge, skills, and intellectual growth is fundamental to both personal and societal development.

• 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: We strive to make education and academic excellence accessible to individuals from all walks of life. We work to provide resources to underserved communities, ameliorating potential economic, social, and cultural barriers between our scholars and academic success.

• 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: We encourage our scholars to discover their potential, develop their skills, and gain the confidence to pursue their goals.

• 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆: We embrace diversity and ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of background, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.

Program Pillars

• 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: We believe in the power of mentorship to guide our scholars. Our program provides one-on-one mentorship relationships, connecting our scholars with experienced professionals who offer guidance, advice, and support as they navigate their educational and career paths.

• 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: We offer resources to equip our scholars with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed professionally. This includes resume workshops, mock interviews, and professional development opportunities that enhance their job-seeking skills, interview techniques, and overall career readiness.

• 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: We recognize the importance of financial support in enabling our scholars to pursue their educational goals. We provide scholarships and financial assistance to help alleviate the challenges of educational expenses, ensuring that our scholars can focus on their studies and personal growth.

• 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗶𝗲𝘄: Our scholars are young. We understand that a holistic approach to educational and professional development is the most effective approach, especially when our Scholars first enter our program. As we emphasize the long view, we also orient our scholars to plan for their future careers and long-term goals. We must provide resources and support that extend beyond the classroom that nurtures our scholars’ growth and long-term success.

How SVPSP Differs from Other Scholarship Programs

We are deeply rooted in the local Greenwich, CT community. We strive to give back by supporting and developing students within our community. By investing in their academic and professional development, we contribute to the growth of the local community.

Through mentorship, guidance, and resources, we foster an environment where our scholars can thrive and become future leaders who positively impact their surroundings.

“The Strategic Value Partners Scholars Program is about engaging at an early career talent point, where we can have the biggest impact in providing access and opportunity to our industry. Our industry lacks diversity, and at SVP we want to be part of the change that we want to see. We are developing the brightest talents for the future of our industry, all while investing in the communities where we live and work.”

𝗩𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗹𝗮, 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗜𝗢