The Sources of Strength Peer Leader Scholarship honors students who have gone above and beyond to promote resilience, connection, and well-being within their schools. These student leaders embody the heart of the Sources of Strength program—fostering hope, help, and strength among their peers—and serve as role models for building healthier, more connected school communities.

Proceeds from our Miles for Mental Health Virtual 5k provides scholarship awards each worth $1,000 to three outstanding students across the Cobb County School District. Recipients will be graduating seniors who have dedicated themselves to the Sources of Strength Peer Leader program for at least two years and are ready to carry forward those lessons into their post-secondary education.

Who We Are:

Sources of Strength is a nationally recognized, evidence-based program focused on suicide prevention, mental health promotion, and building protective factors for students and adults. Rather than concentrating only on risks, Sources emphasizes resilience, connection, and belonging—empowering individuals with tools to seek help, support others, and build healthy coping strategies. Through peer leadership, training, and a strength-based approach, the program creates a culture of wellness that benefits entire school communities.

At its core, the Sources of Strength Scholarship reflects a shared belief: when we equip students with hope, help, and strength, we don’t just support them—we empower them to uplift others. This scholarship is not only an investment in education but also a celebration of student leaders who are shaping stronger, healthier communities for us all.

To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, click here