by Give Something Back | Aug 19, 2022 | Education
As illustrated in the poetry of one of the most prolific and revered rappers of all time, no matter where you come from and what you have experienced, you can and will still blossom. Even engulfed in concrete–in an environment where almost everything might be holding you back and telling you otherwise–remember that you are beautiful, you are strong, and you can rise above to flourish and reach your dreams.
by Give Something Back | Aug 5, 2022 | Scholars
Earlier this summer, Alexandria Wilson traveled to Memphis, Tennessee to attend a two-week intensive academic, community, and field experience where students from across the country learned about issues pertaining to social justice and inequity, particularly for people living in poverty and on the margins.
by Give Something Back | Jul 19, 2022 | Making an Impact
With similar missions and commitments to making college education more attainable, the partnership between Blackburn and Give Back is an excellent fit.
by Give Something Back | Feb 25, 2021 | Making an Impact
There are scholarships. There are mentoring programs. Give Something Back is both. Since 2003, Give Back has grown from one county to seven states. Our staff from three regions recently discussed best practices, collaboration, and the encouragement of organic growth of mentoring programs at the 2021 National Mentoring Summit. The presentation detailed how to adapt regional mentoring and scale a scholarship model nationally.
by Give Something Back | Nov 10, 2020 | Staff
Jessica Finkbiner was one of the first employees to start the Give Something Back program in California in 2017. Learn more about our Manager of Admissions and Academic Services.