Since 2001, Linda and David Shaheen have committed to enhancing the social and physical well-being of individuals, with a strong emphasis on education as a tool for empowerment. They believe in benefiting the largest number of people by facilitating access to knowledge and information.
The grant program focuses on providing scholarships for inner city youth to break the cycle of poverty in their communities, emphasizing not just financial support but also the critical role of mentoring to navigate the complexities of higher education for a successful outcome. Additionally, the foundation aims to combat the spread of AIDS and sexually transmitted infections through targeted education programs, prioritizing the delivery of accurate information to young people to enable informed decisions about their health.