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Give Something Back supports students who have faced significant adversities, guiding them toward long-term success in a safe and caring community.
YOUTH SUCCESS
We help middle school and high school age students complete a Student Action Plan and stay on track to succeed. We help out-of-school youth (“Opportunity Youth”) re-enroll in school or alternative education programs. We collect school transcripts and meet with young people to discuss their results and make a plan for improvement. Nearly 100% of the young people we work with complete high school.
GETTING INTO COLLEGE, COMMUNITY COLLEGE OR TRADE SCHOOL
We help students learn about their post-secondary education options, apply for programs that will advance their career aspirations, and secure scholarships and financial aid. Staff who have spent much of their careers working in admissions and financial aid offices partner with our coaches to help students get into the program of their choice and secure grants and scholarships. Most students earn post-secondary degrees or certificates with little to no student debt.
COMPLETING YOUR EDUCATION
Getting accepted to a post-secondary education (PSE) program is just the start. Far too many students fail to graduate, drifting between PSE programs without a clear plan, leaving themselves saddled with unnecessary debt, wasted energy and no closer to achieving their career goals. Our coaches help students address the life challenges that would otherwise derail their education.
LAUNCHING YOUR CAREER
We match students with career mentors from the student’s desired profession, who provide access and job shadowing. We help young people apply for jobs and keep their jobs even when life challenges arise. Career fairs are hosted and interviews are arranged with local businesses. Students are coached on how to network to get a position. We help our students develop effective resumes and LinkedIn profiles and communicate their value with confidence during job interviews.
