M2C funds scholarships for women in four countries each year, chosen for the depth of talent waiting to be invested in. We look past grades to character, vision, and resilience — and back students whose futures deserve more than their circumstances allow.
About Us
Our Story
M2C — Mission to Change — was founded in 2023. It began with a small circle of accomplished women, educators, professionals, and families who understood how transformative the right opportunity at the right time can be.
They are committed to one idea: that academic potential isn't always reflected in a transcript. Many capable young women never get the chance to prove what they could become, simply because the support isn't there.
Our Focus
We fund scholarships for women studying in selected countries each year. Our 2026 focus countries are Indonesia, Pakistan, South Africa, and Türkiye — chosen because each holds a deep pool of emerging talent that deserves investment.
Our Funding
M2C is privately funded. We do not accept government funding, and our scholarships are made possible by individual donors who share our belief that potential should not be defined by privilege.
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Our Values
Every young woman deserves the confidence, support, and opportunities to pursue her goals and shape her own future.
Empowerment
Vision
We look beyond grades. Character, curiosity, and the ability to imagine a different future matter more to us than a number on a transcript.
We seek talent in places it is often overlooked, and we ensure every voice in our process is heard and respected.
Inclusivity
Practicality
We fund what makes a real difference: tuition, ancillary costs, and the day-to-day expenses that keep a student in school.
We hold ourselves to honesty, accountability, and fairness in how we select, fund, and support our scholars.
Integrity
Meet The Team
A. Quhafa
Executive Director
The Executive Director of M2C Scholars provides strategic leadership for the organization and oversees the development, administration, and long-term vision of its scholarship programs and initiatives. The role focuses on advancing the organization’s mission of supporting high-potential women through accessible, values-driven educational opportunities that emphasize character, vision, resilience, and future impact beyond traditional academic metrics.
A. Faruq
Scholarship Director
The Scholarship Director oversees the design, administration, and strategic development of the M2C Scholars scholarship programs across all academic streams. The role is responsible for managing the scholarship selection process, coordinating evaluation standards, supporting selection committees, and ensuring that all programs remain aligned with the organization’s philosophy of recognizing potential beyond traditional academic metrics.
A. Murtada
Education Specialist
The Education Specialist supports the academic and developmental mission of M2C Scholars by contributing to the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of scholarship-related educational initiatives and applicant resources. The role focuses on understanding student development, learning pathways, mentorship opportunities, and the broader challenges faced by women across different stages of education.
