Donate Now to Support Higher Education for First Generation College Students

Together We Can change Lives - One College Degree at a Time

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Do you remember how it felt when you learned you were accepted to college? Or when you donned your cap and gown to walk the stage and receive your college diploma? Emotions that run high and memories that cling to us for a lifetime.

Higher Edge plays a critical role in supporting students to AND through college.

  • Since 2016; 155 Higher Edge participants have earned Bachelor degrees.
  • 10 are graduating college this May.
  • 28 high school seniors are making their official college decision on May 1st

While there is proven evidence of Higher Edge’s success; it isn’t always a seamless process. Students face unexpected situations and obstacles come into play. Advisors must have the knowledge to meet varying challenges. Our work is continuously ongoing. It requires flexibility, patience and an open mind. Advising is tailored to meet the individual needs of every student.

Which is why your donation today is so important.

For we believe, like you, that all students should have access to higher education.

It creates opportunity, leads to possibilities and advances empowerment.

End of year planning begins with celebrations and workshops scheduled.

  • DECISION NIGHT where our high school seniors formally announce their college decision in front of family, friends & community members
  • COLLEGE PREP SUMMIT where our high school seniors attend workshops where they receive tools and resources on transitioning to college and first year experiences

Getting accepted and enrolling in college are different situations. Events like Decision Night & the College Prep Summit ensure students receive the essential guidance so they successfully enroll in college. It also celebrates the start of our students’ lives.

What you may not realize is that currently, 80% of our funding comes from foundations, a vital but unpredictable source. Oftentimes funding is restricted to certain projects.

That is why we need donors just like you to help with our Decision Night and College Prep Summit. WIthout you, we would not be able to hold such important events.

So how will your donation make an impact?

  • A $25 donation covers the cost of a student’s gift bag (t-shirt, honor cord & pin
  • A $50 donation covers the cost of a student’s gift bag & food at Decision Night
  • A $100 donation covers 3 hours of lesson building for the College Prep Summit

It’s not the size of your donation that matters; it’s the donation itself. Because any gift from $10 to $1,000 truly makes a difference.

Can our students count on your donation, one that will impact their college journey? A donation that will reiterate with students that there is a community of supporters - perhaps college graduates themselves or Higher Edge alum - cheering them on, acknowledging that hard work pays off?

Please give today to make opportunities for our youth possible tomorrow.