College and career readiness: the support CROME offers and how to ask for it
Application and essay help, resumes, interview practice, networking and internship guidance, what each involves, and how far ahead to ask.
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Practical guides to scholarships, mentorship and what comes after high school, alongside news from CROME and the community that keeps it going.
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Ellis County scholarships: where students in Waxahachie, Ennis, Midlothian and beyond find local money for college and trade school
Where the local scholarship money is for students from Waxahachie, Ennis, Midlothian, Red Oak and every other Ellis County town, and how to search all of it in one place for free.
FAFSA and financial aid: where to start
What the FAFSA is, who should fill it out, what to have ready, the mistakes that delay applications, and where to get help in English or Spanish.
Finding a mentor through CROME: what mentorship includes and how to ask
What a CROME mentor actually does with you, who it is for, what it costs, and the simplest way to start the conversation.
How CROME scholarships work: who can apply, what you receive, and what happens next
Who is eligible, what the application asks for, how long it takes, what past recipients received, and how to hear when the next cycle opens.
Nonprofits in Ellis County, Texas: who does what, how to get help, and how to give back
The nonprofit organizations serving Ellis County, grouped by what they do, with the fastest ways to reach help and the best ways to volunteer or donate locally.
Nonprofits in Ennis, Texas: the organizations serving our town and how to support them
A guide to the nonprofits of Ennis, Texas, what each one does, how to reach them for help, and how to volunteer or donate to keep them going.
The Ennis Bluebonnet Run explained: distances, registration, and where the money goes
The 10K, 5K and Fun Run, how to register, what past participants received, how sponsors and volunteers take part, and what your entry fee supports.
Ways to get involved with CROME: volunteer, mentor, sponsor or partner
The six ways adults and businesses support CROME, what each one asks of you, where donations go, and the details donors need for tax purposes.
What CROME does, and who it is for
CROME’s four programs in plain terms, the students and towns it serves, and the first step for a student, a parent or a supporter.
Ennis Bluebonnet Run 2025
Registration is now open for the Ennis Bluebonnet Run! Join us for a 5K/10K filled with fitness, fun, and community on April 12, 2025. Sign up today and help support scholarships and mentorship programs through CROME!
CROME’s New Merch Store Is Coming Soon!
CROME is launching a new merchandise store, offering stylish items to support scholarships, mentorships, and community events. Every purchase helps empower Ennis students to succeed. Stay tuned for the launch and shop for a cause.
CROME Joins Ennis Cinco de Mayo Celebration
CROME was honored to join the Ennis Cinco de Mayo Festival, thanks to an invitation from Amelia Valdez of City Real Estate. We shared our mission, handed out informational rack cards, and connected with the community to highlight the importance of empowering Ennis students through scholarships, mentorship, and engagement.
Celebrating Our 2024 CROME Scholarship Recipients
Meet our 2024 CROME Scholarship recipients! Discover how Rodolfo, Alyssa, Jennifer, and Ximena are turning their dreams into reality with the support of our community.
CROME Joins the Ennis High School Post-Secondary Pep Rally Celebration
CROME proudly joined Ennis High School’s Post-Secondary Pep Rally, celebrating the Class of 2024’s plans for college and career paths. From chants to dance battles, the event was packed with energy. We also shared how CROME helps students succeed through scholarships and mentorship.
