We provide scholarships
to help low-income students
afford college visits.
We provide scholarships
to help low-income students
afford college visits.
We provide scholarships to help low-income students afford
college visits.
College Boarding Pass Inc. (CBP) is a charitable, educational, public benefit organization, incorporated in the State of New York with tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. CBP is a volunteer-based organization, funded entirely by generous public support.
CBP was founded in October 2018 by Nina Kellner of Long Island, New York. At the time, Nina was a high school student with college on her mind. The organization was born out of Nina’s belief that all students, even low-income students, who demonstrate high levels of academic achievement deserve a chance to visit and interview at the colleges of their choosing.
“Choosing a college is a big deal. How can someone be expected to choose the right school without having the opportunity to visit first?”
We work in partnership with youth-serving college readiness organizations, to identify the most capable and deserving recipients of our travel scholarships. Our partners play a critical role in ensuring that the generous philanthropic donations raised through CBP are well placed, and that grant recipients are well supported in their travel.
Mission
CBP provides outreach and travel scholarships for low-income and traditionally underserved youth to conduct college visits and interviews at local, regional, and national institutions of higher education to not only demonstrate interest to those schools, but also learn if they are a good fit to spend the next four years of their lives attending a college of their choice also known as a “dream” school.
Vision
We believe that full access to an excellent education is the only way to end despair and disparity for low-income families, and students from these backgrounds should know about the importance of planning, preparing for, and conducting, multiple college interviews and site visits, both locally and nationally. We also believe that when young scholars have the necessary funds readily available to make such visits, they will be able to make the best possible choices about where and what to study.
Values
College Boarding Pass exists to level the playing field for academically qualified low-income and traditionally underserved youth, so that they may gain equal access to the best possible educational opportunities without barriers. We value honesty, integrity, transparency, equity, diversity, inclusion, and will conduct our activities with the highest legal, moral, and ethical standards.
Board of Directors
Nina Kellner
Nina is a college student with a charitable heart and an open mind. Her passion for social justice and equality is exemplified in her work with College Boarding Pass. Nina’s idea to launch CBP was brought about by a natural sense of empathy, combined with the drive to create a lasting positive impact on the lives of low-income, college ready students. She is committed to the success of CBP and intends to grow the organization in years to come. In addition to her work with CBP, Nina has taken leadership roles in local, regional and national mock trial programs to further her knowledge of law, and advocate for those who are disadvantaged in our society. She is currently studying Political Science at Rhodes College in Memphis, TN, with plans to graduate in 2025.
Jeffrey M. Bowen
Jeffrey is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), and a BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer (CGT), with a BA in Psychology from Kent State University, and both a Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) and an Appreciative Inquiry (AI) Certificate in Positive Business and Society Change from The Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. Jeffrey’s career as a nonprofit professional includes working as Director of Development & Public Affairs for the Lake Erie Girl Scout Council, and as the Executive Director of Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity. Jeffrey is currently full-time Faculty at the Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University, serving as College Lecturer in Organizational Leadership, and teaching Undergraduate and Master-level courses in nonprofit management, organizational leadership and fundraising.
Margie Fox
Margie has over 30 years experience in the marketing/pr/branding/communications business. Her career has included a 15 year run at the helm of the eponymous and award-winning Maloney + Fox agency, stints as US creative director/managing director at Ogilvy PR, and global creative director at Devries Global. She currently is in-house consigliere at design + marketing powerhouse Marine Lane consulting with a portfolio of businesses on almost every aspect of conceivable and effective strategic and creative initiatives. Margie is also on the boards of the Yellow Tulip Project, a youth focused organization dedicated to eradicating the stigma regarding mental illness and No Labels, an American political organization whose mission is to combat partisan dysfunction in politics and to usher in a new era of focused problem solving. Margie holds a B.A. in History from Tufts University and an M.A. in International History from The London School of Economics.
Stacy Hernandez
Stacy has over 20 years of experience in the college counseling and admissions field. She is currently an admissions consultant and principal owner of The Best U College Admissions Consulting. Stacy started her career as an admissions officer at Johns Hopkins University and Northeastern University. She also held positions as the Director of College Counseling at Dawson School and College Counselor at Shining Mountain Waldorf School. Stacy is a member of the Ithaca College Admissions Advisory Board and a volunteer for College Horizons, a college admissions workshop program for Native American, Native Alaskan and Native Hawaiian students. She also works with Access Opportunity, an organization that supports high-potential, low-income students as well as many other non-profit, college access organizations in Colorado. Stacy holds a B.S. in History and M.S. in College Student Development and Counseling from Northeastern University.
Emmelyn Kim
Emmelyn is a health care professional who has over 20 years of experience in the biomedical research and regulatory compliance field. She is currently the Vice President, Research Compliance and Privacy Officer in Corporate Compliance at Northwell Health, New York State’s largest healthcare provider. She oversees research audits and investigations as well as regulatory affairs at the organization. Emmelyn also serves as a board member of the Chinese Language School of Connecticut. She has an MPH from Columbia University, MA in Psychology (Behavioral Health Research) from Boston University, and a Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Emmelyn is a public health and social justice change agent that looks to improve the health and opportunities for underserved communities.
College Boarding Pass Inc. (CBP) is a charitable, educational, public benefit organization, incorporated in the State of New York with tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. CBP is a volunteer-based organization, funded entirely by generous public support.
CBP was founded in October 2018 by Nina Kellner of Long Island, New York. At the time, Nina was a high school student with college on her mind. The organization was born out of Nina’s belief that all students, even low-income students, who demonstrate high levels of academic achievement deserve a chance to visit and interview at the colleges of their choosing.
“Choosing a college is a big deal. How can someone be expected to choose the right school without having the opportunity to visit first?”
We work in partnership with youth-serving college readiness organizations, to identify the most capable and deserving recipients of our travel scholarships. Our partners play a critical role in ensuring that the generous philanthropic donations raised through CBP are well placed, and that grant recipients are well supported in their travel.
Mission
CBP provides outreach and travel scholarships for low-income and traditionally underserved youth to conduct college visits and interviews at local, regional, and national institutions of higher education to not only demonstrate interest to those schools, but also learn if they are a good fit to spend the next four years of their lives attending a college of their choice also known as a “dream” school.
Vision
We believe that full access to an excellent education is the only way to end despair and disparity for low-income families, and students from these backgrounds should know about the importance of planning, preparing for, and conducting, multiple college interviews and site visits, both locally and nationally. We also believe that when young scholars have the necessary funds readily available to make such visits, they will be able to make the best possible choices about where and what to study.
Values
College Boarding Pass exists to level the playing field for academically qualified low-income and traditionally underserved youth, so that they may gain equal access to the best possible educational opportunities without barriers. We value honesty, integrity, transparency, equity, diversity, inclusion, and will conduct our activities with the highest legal, moral, and ethical standards.
Board of Directors
Nina Kellner
Nina is a college student with a charitable heart and an open mind. Her passion for social justice and equality is exemplified in her work with College Boarding Pass. Nina’s idea to launch CBP was brought about by a natural sense of empathy, combined with the drive to create a lasting positive impact on the lives of low-income, college ready students. She is committed to the success of CBP and intends to grow the organization in years to come. In addition to her work with CBP, Nina has taken leadership roles in local, regional and national mock trial programs to further her knowledge of law, and advocate for those who are disadvantaged in our society. She is currently studying Political Science at Rhodes College in Memphis, TN, with plans to graduate in 2025.
Jeffrey M. Bowen
Jeffrey is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), and a BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer (CGT), with a BA in Psychology from Kent State University, and both a Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) and an Appreciative Inquiry (AI) Certificate in Positive Business and Society Change from The Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. Jeffrey’s career as a nonprofit professional includes working as Director of Development & Public Affairs for the Lake Erie Girl Scout Council, and as the Executive Director of Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity. Jeffrey is currently full-time Faculty at the Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University, serving as College Lecturer in Organizational Leadership, and teaching Undergraduate and Master-level courses in nonprofit management, organizational leadership and fundraising.
Margie Fox
Margie has over 30 years experience in the marketing/pr/branding/communications business. Her career has included a 15 year run at the helm of the eponymous and award-winning Maloney + Fox agency, stints as US creative director/managing director at Ogilvy PR, and global creative director at Devries Global. She currently is in-house consigliere at design + marketing powerhouse Marine Lane consulting with a portfolio of businesses on almost every aspect of conceivable and effective strategic and creative initiatives. Margie is also on the boards of the Yellow Tulip Project, a youth focused organization dedicated to eradicating the stigma regarding mental illness and No Labels, an American political organization whose mission is to combat partisan dysfunction in politics and to usher in a new era of focused problem solving. Margie holds a B.A. in History from Tufts University and an M.A. in International History from The London School of Economics.
Stacy Hernandez
Stacy has over 20 years of experience in the college counseling and admissions field. She is currently an admissions consultant and principal owner of The Best U College Admissions Consulting. Stacy started her career as an admissions officer at Johns Hopkins University and Northeastern University. She also held positions as the Director of College Counseling at Dawson School and College Counselor at Shining Mountain Waldorf School. Stacy is a member of the Ithaca College Admissions Advisory Board and a volunteer for College Horizons, a college admissions workshop program for Native American, Native Alaskan and Native Hawaiian students. She also works with Access Opportunity, an organization that supports high-potential, low-income students as well as many other non-profit, college access organizations in Colorado. Stacy holds a B.S. in History and M.S. in College Student Development and Counseling from Northeastern University.
Emmelyn Kim
Emmelyn is a health care professional who has over 20 years of experience in the biomedical research and regulatory compliance field. She is currently the Vice President, Research Compliance and Privacy Officer in Corporate Compliance at Northwell Health, New York State’s largest healthcare provider. She oversees research audits and investigations as well as regulatory affairs at the organization. Emmelyn also serves as a board member of the Chinese Language School of Connecticut. She has an MPH from Columbia University, MA in Psychology (Behavioral Health Research) from Boston University, and a Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Emmelyn is a public health and social justice change agent that looks to improve the health and opportunities for underserved communities.
College Boarding Pass Inc. (CBP) is a charitable, educational, public benefit organization, incorporated in the State of New York with tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. CBP is a volunteer-based organization, funded entirely by generous public support.
CBP was founded in October 2018 by Nina Kellner of Long Island, New York. At the time, Nina was a high school student with college on her mind. The organization was born out of Nina’s belief that all students, even low-income students, who demonstrate high levels of academic achievement deserve a chance to visit and interview at the colleges of their choosing.
“Choosing a college is a big deal. How can someone be expected to choose the right school without having the opportunity to visit first?”
We work in partnership with youth-serving college readiness organizations, to identify the most capable and deserving recipients of our travel scholarships. Our partners play a critical role in ensuring that the generous philanthropic donations raised through CBP are well placed, and that grant recipients are well supported in their travel.
Mission
CBP provides outreach and travel scholarships for low-income and traditionally underserved youth to conduct college visits and interviews at local, regional, and national institutions of higher education to not only demonstrate interest to those schools, but also learn if they are a good fit to spend the next four years of their lives attending a college of their choice also known as a “dream” school.
Vision
We believe that full access to an excellent education is the only way to end despair and disparity for low-income families, and students from these backgrounds should know about the importance of planning, preparing for, and conducting, multiple college interviews and site visits, both locally and nationally. We also believe that when young scholars have the necessary funds readily available to make such visits, they will be able to make the best possible choices about where and what to study.
Values
College Boarding Pass exists to level the playing field for academically qualified low-income and traditionally underserved youth, so that they may gain equal access to the best possible educational opportunities without barriers. We value honesty, integrity, transparency, equity, diversity, inclusion, and will conduct our activities with the highest legal, moral, and ethical standards.
Board of Directors
Nina Kellner
Nina is a college student with a charitable heart and an open mind. Her passion for social justice and equality is exemplified in her work with College Boarding Pass. Nina’s idea to launch CBP was brought about by a natural sense of empathy, combined with the drive to create a lasting positive impact on the lives of low-income, college ready students. She is committed to the success of CBP and intends to grow the organization in years to come. In addition to her work with CBP, Nina has taken leadership roles in local, regional and national mock trial programs to further her knowledge of law, and advocate for those who are disadvantaged in our society. She is currently studying Political Science at Rhodes College in Memphis, TN, with plans to graduate in 2025.
Jeffrey M. Bowen
Jeffrey is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), and a BoardSource Certified Governance Trainer (CGT), with a BA in Psychology from Kent State University, and both a Master of Nonprofit Organizations (MNO) and an Appreciative Inquiry (AI) Certificate in Positive Business and Society Change from The Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. Jeffrey’s career as a nonprofit professional includes working as Director of Development & Public Affairs for the Lake Erie Girl Scout Council, and as the Executive Director of Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity. Jeffrey is currently full-time Faculty at the Maxine Goodman Levin College of Urban Affairs at Cleveland State University, serving as College Lecturer in Organizational Leadership, and teaching Undergraduate and Master-level courses in nonprofit management, organizational leadership and fundraising.
Margie Fox
Margie has over 30 years experience in the marketing/pr/branding/communications business. Her career has included a 15 year run at the helm of the eponymous and award-winning Maloney + Fox agency, stints as US creative director/managing director at Ogilvy PR, and global creative director at Devries Global. She currently is in-house consigliere at design + marketing powerhouse Marine Lane consulting with a portfolio of businesses on almost every aspect of conceivable and effective strategic and creative initiatives. Margie is also on the boards of the Yellow Tulip Project, a youth focused organization dedicated to eradicating the stigma regarding mental illness and No Labels, an American political organization whose mission is to combat partisan dysfunction in politics and to usher in a new era of focused problem solving. Margie holds a B.A. in History from Tufts University and an M.A. in International History from The London School of Economics.
Stacy Hernandez
Stacy has over 20 years of experience in the college counseling and admissions field. She is currently an admissions consultant and principal owner of The Best U College Admissions Consulting. Stacy started her career as an admissions officer at Johns Hopkins University and Northeastern University. She also held positions as the Director of College Counseling at Dawson School and College Counselor at Shining Mountain Waldorf School. Stacy is a member of the Ithaca College Admissions Advisory Board and a volunteer for College Horizons, a college admissions workshop program for Native American, Native Alaskan and Native Hawaiian students. She also works with Access Opportunity, an organization that supports high-potential, low-income students as well as many other non-profit, college access organizations in Colorado. Stacy holds a B.S. in History and M.S. in College Student Development and Counseling from Northeastern University.
Emmelyn Kim
Emmelyn is a health care professional who has over 20 years of experience in the biomedical research and regulatory compliance field. She is currently the Vice President, Research Compliance and Privacy Officer in Corporate Compliance at Northwell Health, New York State’s largest healthcare provider. She oversees research audits and investigations as well as regulatory affairs at the organization. Emmelyn also serves as a board member of the Chinese Language School of Connecticut. She has an MPH from Columbia University, MA in Psychology (Behavioral Health Research) from Boston University, and a Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Emmelyn is a public health and social justice change agent that looks to improve the health and opportunities for underserved communities.