Developing the next generation of leaders.

Too many talented students don't get a college degree because of financial barriers. That's why in 2004, the foundation helped more than 1,750 students continue their education through its scholarship programs. The Gates Millennium Scholars program awarded college scholarships to 1,000 low-income, minority students; the Washington State Achievers program awarded scholarships to 500 graduating high school seniors; and the Gates Cambridge Scholars sent 250 international students to graduate school in Cambridge, England.