How Mentorships Can Help Minority Students Navigate College
How Mentorships Can Help Minority Students Navigate College College can be challenging for first-generation minority students. Having a trusted mentor provides critical guidance on everything from choosing majors to finding scholarships to networking for jobs… Our nonprofit matches minority students with mentors in their fields to offer one-on-one support from freshman year through graduation. Meeting […]
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Minority Youth Leader
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Minority Youth Leader Many high-achieving minority students experience imposter syndrome, doubting their skills and fearing they don’t deserve accolades. Our nonprofit helps youth reframe negative self-talk… Common thoughts like “I only got this role because I’m a minority” or “I fooled them into thinking I’m smart” reflect the pressure of […]
Bridging the Minority Mental Health Gap with Community-Based Programs
Bridging the Minority Mental Health Gap with Community-Based Programs Minority youth are disproportionately impacted by mental health challenges like depression and trauma yet face greater barriers to accessing care. Our nonprofit is helping close this gap… Through our network of licensed counselors of color, we provide free therapy in safe community spaces like schools, churches, […]
Scholarships Opening Doors for First-Generation Minority Students
Scholarships Opening Doors for First-Generation Minority Students Our Needs-Based Scholarship Fund has been a life-changer for talented minority youth who are the first in their families pursuing higher education… Tiana was working multiple jobs on top of high school to support family. Our scholarship made it possible for her to enroll at her dream college […]
From Excluded to Empowered: Changing the Narrative for Minority Youth
From Excluded to Empowered: Changing the Narrative for Minority Youth Society too often views minority youth through a deficit lens – seeing limitations instead of assets and devaluing their capabilities. Our nonprofit is changing that narrative. We empower youth as leaders, achievers, and creators actively shaping their futures and communities. Our programs cultivate natural talents […]
How Mentoring Programs Can Build Community for Minority Youth
How Mentoring Programs Can Build Community for Minority Youth Mentoring provides minority youth with positive role models and a nurturing support system critical for development… Our nonprofit facilitates one-on-one and group mentoring in schools and community centers. Matches based on shared interests foster natural bonds between youth and adult volunteers. Meeting consistently allows mentors to […]