“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”
- Benjamin Franklin
Kiita scholarship programs support students who have experienced foster care or extenuating family hardships, empowering them with the resources, community, and encouragement to rise beyond adversity and define their futures by their potential, resilience, and ambition.
“Not only does your support further my education financially, but the personal investment the Armstrong’s make for us scholars during the course of our academic life is astonishing and in itself is rewarding. Each event that is held monthly reunites us with a family infused atmosphere, and we are welcomed with warmth and acceptance”
Aidan Khalilova, Scholar Alumni
Arizona State University
This founding scholarship provides not only the financial resources, but monthly programs to provide comprehensive support to students. Through professional development, service work, cultural events, and celebratory graduations students are welcomed into a community of lifelong friends and advocates.
Founded: 1999
Number of students: 39
Arizona Friends of
foster children foundation
In partnership with AFFCF, this scholarship will be available to students attending one of the 10 community colleges in Maricopa County.
Founded: 2026
Number of students: 20
University of Arizona
Currently in establishment, this scholarship will begin in the Fall of 2026. Programmatic services will be provided in association with the University's Fostering Success program.
Founded: 2026
Number of students: 4
