The UTF Impact

At the Upward Trend Foundation, we believe no family should have to choose between putting food on the table and helping their child thrive.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, we’ve raised critical funds that go directly to local families—helping them access the services their children need to grow, learn, and reach their full potential. These scholarships break down financial barriers and open doors to evidence-based supports that many families would otherwise go without.

To date, we have awarded $75,000 in scholarships to students across Volusia County.

These funds have empowered families to pursue:

• 📘 Private, specialized education tailored to their child's needs
   
• 🧠 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism and developmental challenges
   
• 🎵 Music therapy to support emotional regulation and communication
   
• 🏃 Physical therapy to build motor skills and independence
   

Each scholarship represents a turning point for a child, and a moment of hope for their family.