​​​​​​​Maple Ridge University (MAPL):

Educational Consulting for You!

​​Affiliate: Maple Rental Property Management LLC

 Baltimore, MD US (P) 443-295-6053

(F) 410-664-5631

​​​Kim and Tammy's Series is a project sponsored by MAPL. Ten poems have been written in one book, illustrated and self-published on amazon. Additionally, Dr. Felton Pittman's action research is about teacher planning using universal design for Learning (UDL) and the habits of mind (HOM). Click on where it says Scholarship Mentoring and that is where you can purchase a book from amazon.

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We are seeking a generous donor to match contributions and help double our impact. Maple Ridge University’s (MAPL) educational consulting, private tutoring, and college mentoring program values a personal growth culture with creativity at the center of learning. MAPL' inspires to build a foundation that provides educational consulting needs and foster effort and excellence. Our objectives are to promote educational consulting, private low tutoring costs, and provide college mentoring support. While helping those educational consulting needs, MAPL's vision is to empower those to "Think, Plan, Perform, and Evaluate” their actions. Mapl maintains its program through low private tutoring fees, published book projects, and generous donations. The book project completion included self-publication of 10 poems. Each can be purchased on Amazon by clicking on the College Mentoring tab above on the left corner. 

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​Maple Ridge University (MAPL) is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to investing in the educational advancement and future success of students. Through the MAPL Scholarship Project, we are raising funds to provide financial assistance to college students who demonstrate academic merit, determination, resilience, and financial need. Founded by Dr. Pittman, a graduate of Coppin State University, College of Notre Dame, and the University of Phoenix, MAPL was established with a commitment to giving students opportunities to pursue higher education without being overwhelmed by the financial burden of student loan debt. Having personally experienced the challenges associated with educational expenses, Dr. Pittman understands the importance of providing students with financial resources and support as they work toward achieving their academic and professional goals. The MAPL Scholarship Project awards scholarships ranging from $300 to $1,000 to recognize students for their academic achievements, perseverance, and financial hardships. Scholarship recipients may pursue educational opportunities in a variety of high-demand career fields, helping to strengthen the future workforce and contribute to economic growth within our communities.

MAPL operates as an independent private organization and is not affiliated with any public or private school system. To date, our scholarship efforts have been made possible through the generosity of family, friends, community supporters, and business partners. We are grateful for those who have already invested in our mission and helped make educational opportunities more accessible to deserving students.

​Our Funding Goal: $25,000

As we continue to expand the MAPL Scholarship Project, we are seeking $25,000 in financial contributions, corporate sponsorships, business partnerships, and community donations to increase our ability to support students pursuing higher education. We invite individuals, businesses, corporations, community organizations, and philanthropic partners to join us in making this initiative successful. Your financial support, regardless of the amount, can make a meaningful difference in a student's educational journey. Every contribution represents more than a donation; it represents an investment in education, opportunity, workforce development, and the future of our communities. Your generosity will help reduce financial barriers, ease the burden of educational expenses, and provide students with the encouragement and resources they need to continue their academic pursuits. We respectfully ask you to consider making a financial contribution or becoming an ongoing supporter of the MAPL Scholarship Project. With your partnership, we can extend our reach, recognize student achievement, and create lasting opportunities for future generations. Together, we can make higher education more accessible, strengthen our workforce, and change the trajectory of a student's future—one scholarship at a time.

Thank you for considering an investment in the mission and vision of Maple Ridge University.

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College Student Criteria.

Eligible students must enroll in college to pursue a high-demand career. Applicants will submit an essay and meet specific criteria; selected winners will be awarded.

$500 - $1,000 Criteria: A Merit Essay Must Include: Submit an essay describing your academic and professional goals, why you have chosen them, what you have done to prepare yourself thus far and how college will help. To be considered for this scholarship, you must have a GPA of 3.0 or better out of 4.0, and show verifiable community service and stellar grades. (50-75 words; 1/2 page typed)

$200 - $300 Criteria: This scholarship is designed to honor youth activists, a college student who has overcome hardships of discrimination.To be considered A Resilience Essay is Required: Submit an essay. Everyone faces and overcomes challenges. Describe the challenges you have overcome as an activist and how that relates to you wanting to attend college (50 -75 words; 1/2 page typed)

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Essays and all artifacts are to be submitted to kfpittman29@gmail.com​

Phone # (443) 295-6053

You must include your college acceptance letter and your consent to attend college ​

Include your name, college email, and college contact Information 

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​Scholarship Essays Awarded:​​

July 25, 2025

$500.00 

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​Everyone faces challenges, but the way we respond to them shapes our story and our purpose. I experienced firsthand the realities of systemic
inequities, community violence, and limited resources. As a young Black woman and now a mother, I have encountered my share of obstacles—financial struggles, stereotypes, and moments of doubt about whether I could rise above my circumstances. Yet, every challenge has fueled my determination to advocate for myself and others who share similar experiences. I began my journey as a youth activist because I saw the need for safe spaces and positive role models for young girls in my community. Many of them, like me, were navigating trauma and lacked supportive environments to express themselves. In 2022, I started tutoring, which opened my eyes to the gaps in resources and mentorship available to students. Later, as a paraeducator and community organizer, I worked closely with families and students to  address these challenges. What truly sparked my activism was realizing that so many girls were suffering silently. They were smart, talented, and full of potential, but trauma and lack of confidence held them back. To change this, I founded BRATZ Club Inc.—a nonprofit dedicated to trauma-informed care, leadership development, and wellness workshops for girls. Through BRATZ, we host dance and wellness sessions, mentorship opportunities, and safe spaces where girls can share their stories and build resilience. My goal has always been simple: to give them the support I wish I had at their age. One of the hardest moments in my life was losing my brother. His passing devastated me and caused me to fall behind academically for a while. Grief is heavy, and at that time, I struggled to stay focused. But becoming a mother gave me a new purpose. My daughter motivates me every single day to keep going and create a better future for us. I want her to grow up knowing that no matter what life throws at you, you can still rise
and succeed. This determination is why I want to attend college. My education plan is to first earn an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, building a strong foundation in child development and care. After that, I will pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work to deepen my understanding of trauma-informed practices and advocacy. These steps will allow me to expand BRATZ Club Inc., provide more resources for girls, and become a stronger voice for change in my community. Grit is not about never falling; it’s about rising every time you do. For me, grit means turning pain into purpose and using my story to empower others. This scholarship would help me continue my education, strengthen my voice as an activist, and model for my daughter—and every girl I serve—that no matter the challenges, we can overcome and create the futures we deserve.

June 1, 2026

$1,000.00

I would like to be a classroom teacher. I have always wanted to be a teacher. I have always had a passion to educate, empower and influence the minds and lives of future generations. There is  an African proverb that says, If your plan is for one year, plant rice, If your plan is for ten years, plant trees. If your plan is for one hundred years, educate children. I understand that in order to maintain and sustain our  communities, then we must educate our children and rear them in the way they should go. Since I was in high school I have understood this vital principle and as a result, I started tutoring while in high school with a youth advocacy group called, The Baltimore Algebra Project. I helped facilitate an African centered youth program, called, Urban Youth Initiative Project, A Substitute and now I am ready to take on my own classroom. I have already pursued higher education, and earned a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. But in order to become a teacher, I had to earn six more science credits, so I did. Now I have to pay for those credits so that I can ensure my role as a teacher. This is the part where this scholarship would help to ensure that happens. The cost of those six science courses came up to a total of $995. I am asking for your help, help to put me in a classroom and I will ensure that the future is bright.

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