Our Mission
It is our mission that if a student has the desire to continue their education or training after high school, Crosby Scholars Rowan County will support them every step of the way — at no cost to families. Our free program helps students plan, prepare, and succeed, whether their path leads to college, career training, the military, or entering the workforce. Through academic support, personal development, and future-ready resources, we empower students to turn their goals into real opportunities for their future.
Our History
Crosby Scholars was founded in Winston-Salem in 1992 by the organizers of The CROSBY National Celebrity Golf Tournament, created in honor of entertainer Bing Crosby. Over the years, the program has helped thousands of students prepare for college through academic support, advising, and community engagement.
In 2012, a strategic alliance was formed between Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina, Inc. and the Crosby Scholars Community Partnership, establishing Crosby Scholars as an independent affiliate of Goodwill. This partnership allowed the program to expand beyond Forsyth County.
Building on that success, the Rowan County Crosby Scholars Community Partnership launched in January 2013 to serve students in grades 6–12. Today, Crosby Scholars Rowan serves thousands of students across public schools in Rowan County, providing workshops, advising, and scholarship opportunities that help students explore their future pathways—from college degrees to technical certifications and skilled trades.
Crosby Scholars Rowan County is a proud affiliate of Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina and part of a regional network that includes programs in Forsyth and Iredell counties.
For College. For Life
It is our mission that if a student has the desire to continue their education or training after high school, Crosby Scholars Rowan County will support them every step of the way — at no cost to families. Our free program helps students plan, prepare, and succeed, whether their path leads to college, career training, the military, or entering the workforce. Through academic support, personal development, and future-ready resources, we empower students to turn their goals into real opportunities for their future.
