In 2007, Strive Scholarship Promise engaged Benefactor Group to assess the support and viability of a capital campaign. Benefactor Group conducted 73 interviews with 75 individuals, finding strong enthusiasm for the program—87% of respondents supported the model outlined in the case study. However, only 38% believed the community would likely back the program financially, and 64% were uncertain about the program’s ability to attract the necessary funding. Based on these findings, Benefactor Group recommended that Strive continue planning efforts and implement a pilot program with a limited number of students to evaluate its potential success.

After completing the feasibility study, Strive Scholarship Promise continued its partnership with Benefactor Group to launch an $88 million capital campaign. The campaign aimed to fund innovative and collaborative strategies to enhance children’s readiness for success in the region. Proposed initiatives included community learning centers, STEM education, ACT curriculum, dual enrollment programs, and two-year scholarships.