The Bonner Institute is responsible for the TCNJ Bonner Scholars program, as well as the New Jersey Bonner AmeriCorps Program, and the TCNJ Bonner Volunteer Program.
Bonner Community Scholars at TCNJ: Access to Education, Opportunity to Serve
The Bonner Community Scholars Program is one of over 75 and counting colleges and universities nationally to have this program and collaborates with the Bonner Foundation. The founding mission for the Bonner Program is to provide diverse low-income, under-represented, and first generation students with the opportunity to attend college, while engaging their talents and educations in building and supporting communities.
TCNJ Bonner Scholars are leaders and advocates in their communities, with dedication to creating positive change in their communities and beyond. Bonners are expected to facilitate meetings and trainings, and develop capacity-building projects for their partners in the surrounding community.
Who We Are: Dedicated, Passionate, Inclusive
TCNJ Bonner Scholars are a group of nearly 90 students from multiple backgrounds who each complete 300 hours of service and training in return for a need-based tuition scholarship.
What We Do: More than Community Service
TCNJ Bonner Scholars complete capacity-building service with over 23 community partners in the Greater Trenton Area, develop as leaders, engage with their community, and actively advocate for their communities’ needs.