Hartford Youth Scholars | 761 followers on LinkedIn. Changing Lives Through Education! Find us on Facebook and Instagram @ Hartford Youth Scholars | Hartford Youth Scholars is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works with Hartford students – beginning when they are in middle school – and helps them get “to and through” college. Our mission is to allow students from Hartford to change their lives through education. We prepare our Scholars to complete a four-year college degree by offering them access to exceptional educational opportunities and providing them with ongoing, comprehensive support.