Alice Kleeman and Joseph Buttram Impact Scholarship

The Alice Kleeman and Joseph Buttram Impact Scholarship supports students who might have met challenges and obstacles on their way to higher education. This scholarship is designed for students with high levels of motivation and potential but low levels of financial resources, including those who might be the first in their families to go to college. The program awards up to $10,000, distributed as $5,000 per year for two years at a four-year college or $2,500 per year for two years at a two-year college. The scholarship was established in 2008 when Joe Buttram was a senior at Menlo-Atherton High School and Alice Kleeman was his college advisor. Despite financial and family challenges, Joe went to college with the help of financial aid and scholarships, and followed his education with a highly successful career. Joe never forgot the people who believed in him and now seeks to support students who show the same qualities of heart, work ethic, and motivation. Alice Kleeman, who retired after 20 years at Menlo-Atherton, continues as a volunteer to help students find their way to college. Together, they created this scholarship to give students a financial boost and encouragement to realize their college dreams.