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High Achievers Breakout GroupDirectory of Programs and Scholarships

July 13, 2007Chelsea Piers

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Region PageNew England 1Mid-Atlantic 7South 19Midwest 21Southwest 24West 25

States

AZ, NM, OK, TXAK, CO, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY

DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, DCAL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WVIL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MN, MS, NE, ND, OH, SD, WI

CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT

The Pipeline Crisis/Winning Strategies initiative is an ongoing effort, and we welcome your participation and support. Your generosity in sharing resources can have a substantial, positive impact on young black men through the substantive work of the institutions and programs contained in this directory. We encourage you to become a part of the solution.

Executive Summary

This directory of programs and scholarships for high achievers has been compiled as a result of The Pipeline Crisis/Winning Strategies initiative which “seeks to pool the talents, knowledge and resources of the legal, financial, business and human services communities to help reverse the rising rates of school drop-outs, joblessness and incarceration among young black men, and to increase their representation in the pipeline to higher education.”

The institutions and programs listed in this directory seek to help young black men of modest resources achieve better access to educational and cultural opportunities. Many of these organizations help other groups of people as well. The list provides information about contacting, donating, and volunteering time or other resources for each of the listed causes.

The directory groups the listed institutions and programs by region as defined in the table of contents below. The “Program Description” column briefly describes the mission of each organization; the “To Contribute” column provides information about how to make a financial contribution; and the “Getting Involved” column provides guidance on ways in which firms or individuals can help meet the non-monetary needs of the respective institution or program.

The Pipeline Crisis: Winning Strategies for Young Black MenHigh Achievers Program/Scholarship Directory

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting Involved

Citizen Schools Children's Wharf308 Congress Street, 5th FloorBoston, MA 02210Tel: (617) 695-2300Fax: (617) 695-2367

Other MA locations: Lowell, Malden, New Bedford, Springfield, Worcester

Citizen Schools operates a national network of apprenticeship programs for middle school students, connecting adult volunteers to young people in hands-on learning projects.

Affiliations:Community Teamwork, Inc in Lowell, Partnership for Community Schools in Malden, Positive Action Against Chemical Addiction in New Bedford, Martin Luther King Community Center in Springfield, The YMCA of Greater Worcester

https://www.kintera.org/AutoGen/Simple/Donor.asp?ievent=11991&en=ejJQIXODKfLUI0PGLgKMJXNOJiJVL9OGIjJ3J8PPItI9E

To apply to be a volunteer, please visit website:http://www.citizenschools.org/volunteer/index.cfm Volunteer opportunities: Leading an apprenticeship for a 10-week project in which the team of apprentices and Citizen teacher create a real product together. Financial Education Program needs instructors and volunteers. Mock Trial Program -(i) group volunteering opportunity with 5-10 middle school students, (ii) 2 hours a week of in class time, (iii) must participate in an extensive orientation: 4 hours of training.

Crimson Summer Academy, The Harvard University126 Mount Auburn StreetCambridge, MA 02138Tel: (617)[email protected]

Over the course of three consecutive summers, 30 students recruited from public and parochial schools in Boston and Cambridge engage in a stimulating mix of classes, projects, field trips and recreational activities as they prepare for success in college and beyond.

Math and Science for Minority Students - (MS)2

Fernando Alonso, DirectorMath and Science for Minority StudentsPhillips Academy180 Main StreetAndover, MA 01810

The (MS)2 Program is an academic summer program in mathematics and science for students of color, conducted by Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. The aim of the (MS)2 program is to supplement the work of public high schools and help able students develop competence and self-confidence for the demanding college courses in science and mathematics that are crucial for work in the technical professions.

Contact: Fernando Alonso Tel: (978) 749-4402

Volunteer opportunities: Six-week summer program. Looking for people with experience teaching as well as people from other vocations who have an interest in teaching. Children in the program are ages 14-17. To get involved, contact at 978-749-4402

Met Center, The Peace Street Campus 362 Dexter Street Providence RI 02907Tel: (401) 752-2600http://www.themetschool.org/home

Nancy Diaz, Co-director and PrincipalTel: (401) 752-2653

The Met Center is a network of six small public high schools in Providence, RI.

Affiliations:The Big Picture Company

Jennifer Killenberg, MSW The Met Development Office325 Public StreetProvidence, RI 02905Tel: (401) [email protected]

Contact: Patricia Holliday Recruitment & Volunteer Office 325 Public Street Providence, RI 02905 Tel: (401) 752-2627

Minority Introduction to Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Science (MITES)

Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyMITES ProgramRoom 1 - 123 77 Massachusetts AvenueCambridge, MA 02139Tel: (617) 253-3298http://web.mit.edu/mites/www/

Summer residential program for promising high school juniors who are interested in studying and exploring careers in science, engineering, and entrepreneurship.

Contact: Dedric Carter - Director Email: [email protected]

Volunteer opportunities: Corporations sponsor a student or meet with students. Host luncheons, dinners, and meetings (fundraiser for MITES). Speak on Career or Industry Topics

New England Citybridge Concord Academy166 Main St.Concord, MA 01742Tel: (978) 402-2320 concordacademy.org/citybridge

Offers resources to kids from public middle schools in Boston and Cambridge that prepares them for private schools.

Affiliations:Middle Grades Partnership

http://partners.guidestar.org/controller/searchResults.gs?action_gsReport=1&partner=cfpma&ein=04-1200600

New England: CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedREACH Prep 2777 Summer Street

Suite 209BStamford, CT 06905Tel: (203) 487-0750Fax: (203) 487-0746www.reachprep.org

Natalie K. Herring, Executive [email protected]

REACH Prep recruits motivated and talented Black and Latino fourth grade students from low- and moderate-income socioeconomic backgrounds and prepares them for fifth or sixth grade admission to and success in quality, college-preparatory, independent schools in Connecticut and New York.

https://secure.groundspring.org/dn/index.php?aid=10478

Contact: Natalie Herring - Executive Director Tel: (203) 487-0750 Email: [email protected]

Volunteer opportunities: Volunteers can serve as mentors and tutors in this summer's "think like an economist" program and beyond. Guest speakers are also needed.

Steppingstone Foundation, The 155 Federal Street, 8th Floor Boston, MA 02110Tel: (617) 423-6300Fax: (617) 423-6303www.tsf.org

Also located in Philadelphia, PA

Michael P. Danziger, President

The Steppingstone Foundation is a non-profit organization that develops and implements programs which prepares motivated urban schoolchildren for acceptance and success at top independent and public exam schools in the greater Boston area.

Contact Kelly Glew at (617) 423-6300, ext. 222.

Contact: Jenny Foster Tel: (617) 423-6300, ext. 254

Volunteer Opportunities: Mentoring and tutoring Scholars with the SMASH program; planning and executing events; advising alumni; tutors and mentors - volunteering with students who need homework help, general guidance in planning for college

Times: Saturdays from 10-12 during the school year in Dorchester (Boston Latin Academy) - up to 80 scholars on Saturday morning seeking homework help. Some tutors can come downtown during the afternoon or early evening during the week (155 Federal St). Sept through end of May.

Volunteer Requirements: College degree/currently in college, general interest and ability to tutor in at least a few subjects. Screened through online application (at tsf.org - there's a choice for volunteers on the main site) + interviews + background security checks. Gearing up to start interviews for volunteers in early August.

Summer Enrichment At Dartmouth William Jewett Tucker Foundation6154 South Fairbanks HallHanover, NH 03755Tel: (603) 646-6547http://www.dartmouth.edu/~sead/

Jay Davis, Program Director

Summer Enrichment at Dartmouth Program (SEAD) is a summer program that expands the educational opportunities for promising high school students from selected under-resourced urban and rural schools while offering the Dartmouth community a unique opportunity for service learning.

Affiliations:Students from 2006-2008 will come from: Stevens High School, Claremont, NH; Noonan Business Academy, Dorchester, MA; The Bronx Center for Mathematics and Science, New York, NY; Spartanburg High School, Spartanburg, SC; and El Cerrito High School, El Cerrito, CA

Adela Santana(603) [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: Limited to Dartmouth community or Hanover locals

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedSummerbridge Cambridge Fletcher-Maynard Academy, Room 014

225 Windsor Street Cambridge, MA 02139 Tel: (617) 349-6647http://www.summerbridgecambridge.org/

Karin Elliott, [email protected]

SBC is a year-round, tuition-free academic program which provides Boston-area middle school students with challenging classes and enriching activities while training talented high school and college students for careers in education.

Affiliations:Programs within the Breakthrough Collaborative

P.O. Box 381486Cambridge, MA 02238-1486

Contact: Karin Elliott - Executive Director

Volunteer opportunities: After-school program during the summertime - busiest time - 6 weeks long for students, 8 weeks for teachers with orientation and evaluation week.Also volunteering in the office - administrative - they do lots of fundraising, serve as homework tutors. Goal of program is to get students into college while working with them in middle school years, tracking, providing services, advocacy, college counseling. Other part of mission is to provide teaching opps to college-age students who think they might want to enter field of education - after-school or summer program work as a teacher with full teacher responsibility. They're guided by mentor teachers who are real teachers in the field.

Swearer Center, The Howard R. Swearer Center for Public ServiceBrown University Box 1974Providence, RI 02912Phone: (401) 863-3094Fax: (401) 863-3094http://www.brown.edu/Departments/Swearer_Center/about/contactus.shtml

Swearer Center has developed programs that strengthen leadership skills and provide direct service; connect community-based work with learning; and build meaningful partnerships with local, national, and international communities.

To volunteer please visit the website:http://www.brown.edu/Departments/Swearer_Center/about/contactus.shtml

Volunteer opportunities: usually during academic school year. All the listings describing different student programs and coordinators are on the website

Urban Scholars Program at the University of Massachusetts Boston

Urban Scholars3rd Floor, McCormack Building100 Morrissey Blvd.Boston, MA 02125

Telephone: 617 -287-5830Fax: 617-287-5818Email: [email protected]

The Urban Scholars Program at the University of Massachusetts Boston, is a year-round program featuring advanced after-school classes, seminars, tutoring, and supervised study. Urban Scholars works collaboratively with partner high schools to enhance their capability to develop the talent and potential of all students.

Affiliations:GEAR UP; Project REACH; Upward Bound

Contact: Annya Haughton Phone: (617) 287-5830

Volunteer Opportunities: During the summer - Career exploration workshop on Wed. from 2-5 to talk to students about your career, evening sports activities volunteers needed Mon-Fri. During the school year - Need mentors and tutors in math and science for after school programs btw hours of 5-7, financial planning workshops/seminars Note: Criminal background check required for those who plan on volunteering consistently with the Boston Public Schools

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A Better Chance - College Preparatory Schools Program (CPSP)

240 West 35th Street, 9th FloorNew York, NY 10001-2506Main Line: (646) 346-1310Fax: (646) 346-1311 Toll Free (800) 562-7865http://www.abetterchance.org/

President:Sandra [email protected]

A Better Chance is a national non-profit talent search organization which identifies highly motivated students of color who are at or above grade level with demonstrated leadership potential and refers them to some of the nation’s top private and public schools.

Affiliations: Goldman Sachs Institute for Entrepreneurial Thinking

Kris Dasgupta, VP of AdvancementA Better ChanceDevelopment Office240 West 35th Street, 9th FloorNew York, NY 10001-2506

Contact: Kris Dasgupta - VP of Advancement Email: [email protected] CC [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: (Need the most help in the Fall and Spring) Young Professional Advisory Group, Career day workshops: critiquing interviews, Business/Professional Partnership - provide students with business internships and permanent positions, help polish resumes -National interview sessions and help interview scholarship applicants

Black Scholars Program 265 North Clinton Ave.Rochester, NY 14605Phone: (585) 325-6530 Fax: (585) 325-4864http://www.ulr.org/

Scholarship program recognizes the academic achievements of high school seniors. Students participate in an essay contest and are awarded for their accomplishments.

Affiliations: Black Scholars Programs at various affiliates of the National Urban League

Contact: Sheila James - VP Program Planning Tel: (585)325-6530 x 3020 Email: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: provide instruction in financial literacy, nominees to sit on board of directors, conduct presentations and workshops focusing on business startups

Black Scholars Program 61 Mitchell PlaceWhite Plains, NY 10601Phone: (914) 428-6300Fax: (914) 428-6358http://www.ulwc.org/

Scholarship program recognizes the academic achievements of high school seniors. Students participate in an essay contest and are awarded for their accomplishments.

Affiliations: Black Scholars Programs at various affiliates of the National Urban League

http://www.ulwc.org/

Bronx Institute of Lehman College Lehman College250 Bedford Park Blvd. WestBronx, NY 10468Phone: 718-960-1139Fax: 718-960-7219http://www.lehman.edu/bronxinstitute/

Executive Director:Herminio Martinez

Educational enrichment for students of all ages and research on education in the Bronx as well as other urban areas.

Affiliations: Fund for the Improvement of Education (FIE); LUMINA Foundation for Education: Paraprofessional Institute The Latino Urban Policy Initiative (LUPI); NSF Parent Academy in Math, Science, and Technology; The STELLAR Teacher Fellowship Program

Contact: Naomi Barber - Deputy Director of the Bronx Institute Email: [email protected] Tel: (718 )960-7742

Volunteer Opportunities: mentoring program, guest speaking, and tutoring. If interested in volunteering, the organization will try to match the skills of the volunteers with the needs of the organization.

Buffalo Prep - Secondary Prep 18 Acheson Annex SUNY at BuffaloBuffalo, NY 14214Phone: (716) 829-3605Fax: (716) 829-2735www.buffaloprep.com

Executive Director:Marcia O'[email protected]

Buffalo Prep is a non-profit organization in Buffalo, New York which identifies and recruits low-income, inner-city minority students and helps prepare them for and place them in private high schools in Western New York.

Affiliations:Primary Prep at St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute

19 Diefendorf AnnexSUNY at BuffaloBuffalo, New York 14214(716) 829-3605

Contact: Leslie Garcia – Director of DevelopmentEmail: [email protected] ORMarcia O’Neill-White – Executive DirectorEmail: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: speak to students regarding career opportunities, financial planning and especially health and wellness

Case Foundation, The 1717 Rhode Island Ave. NW, 7th FloorWashington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 467-5788Fax: (202) 775-8513http://www.casefoundation.org/

Jean Case, CEO

Based in Washington, D.C., the foundation invests in meeting the needs of underserved children and families; creating thriving and sustainable economic development for communities; bridging cultural and religious divides; expanding civic engagement and volunteerism; and accelerating innovative approaches to health care.

1717 Rhode Island Ave. NW, 7th FloorWashington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 467-5788Fax: (202) 775-8513

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Mid-Atlantic: DE, MD, NJ, NY, PA, DC

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedCenter Scholars Program, The - Center for Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University

Center for Talented Youth5801 Smith Ave #400McAuley HallBaltimore, MD 21209Phone: (410) 735-4100Fax: (410) 735-6200http://cty.jhu.edu/index.html

Executive Director:Lea Ybarra, Ph.D.

Center Scholars Program provides talented under-represented minority students with an interest in science the opportunity to study Genomics, as well as participate in a paid internship at a research laboratory in the field.

https://jhweb.dev.jhu.edu/eforms/form.do?formId=801

Contact: Julian Jones Tel: 410-735-6010

Volunteer Opportunities: Group mentorship: Structured program where students create a business plan. Time commitment of 2-4 hours a month. October to April: 20-30 hours. Sponsorship programs available: Introduce students to company officers. Informal mentoring also available. Open to other suggestions.- Orientation visits available

Citizen Schools Citizen Schools46 Bayard Street – Suite 303New Brunswick, NJ 08901(732) 828-2121/2112

Other NJ locations: Newark, NJ


Affiliations:Americorps, Goldman Sachs Foundation, Fidelity


To apply to be a volunteer please visit website:http://www.citizenschools.org/volunteer/index.cfm Volunteer opportunities: Leading an apprenticeship for a 10-week project in which the team of apprentices and Citizen teacher create a real product together. Financial Education Program needs instructors and volunteers. Mock Trial Program -(i) Group volunteering opportunity with 5-10 middle school students, (ii) 2 hours a week of in class time, (iii) must participate in an extensive orientation: 4 hours of training.

College Access Program North Philadelphia CenterRivera Building2603 N. 5th Street, 4th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19139Tel: (215) 739-9360Fax: (215) 739-8550

College Access Coordinators provide college awareness and readiness services, including college and career workshops, one-on-one advising and counseling, financial aid and scholarship assistance and college visits to over 3,000 low-income youth each year.

Volunteer Opportunities: work in the walk-in centers, talk to students and parents about career and college options. provide academic assistance which requires a long term commitment, participate in speaker series or career day which is short term and has flexible commitment.

College Quest - Harlem Educational Activities Fund (HEAF)

Harlem Educational Activities Fund, Inc.2090 Seventh Avenue, 10th FloorNew York, NY 10027Phone: 212-663-9732 Fax: 212-663-9736http://www.heaf.org/success/index.html

Kylie Gibson, PresidentPhone: (212) 663-9732 ext. 15Fax: (212) 663-9736Email: [email protected]

College Quest emphasizes academic achievement in high school and preparation for college by ensuring that each student possesses the five college essentials: (1) a consistently solid grade point average, (2) strong standardized test scores, (3) academic enrichment opportunities, (4) leadership positions, and (5) strong writing skills.

Affiliations:High Expectations

https://secure.entango.com/donate/SX32Gug5GnB

Volunteer Opportunities: Job Shadowing, Career Panels/Roundtable Discussions, Project-Based MentoringInternships, and Volunteering.

Donate - Frequent flyer miles, office equipment, books, pro bono services, tickets to events

College Summit College Summit1763 Columbia Road NW, 2nd FloorWashington, DC 20009Tel: 202-319-1763 x424 Fax: 202-319-1233

College prep, connects students to colleges that would otherwise not be in contact with them due to lack of resources.

Affiliations: College Summit operates local offices in six communities: Colorado, California, West Virginia, the National Capital

College Summit1763 Columbia Rd. NW, Second FloorWashington, DC 20009

Volunteer Opportunities - Branding and Sponsorship Opportunities at events and workshops

Double Discovery Center Columbia UniversityAlfred Lerner Hall, Room 3062920 Broadway, MC 2604New York, NY 10027 Tel: (212) 854-3897Fax: (212) 854-7457

http://www.doublediscovery.org/

The Center now serves over 1,000 low-income and first generation college-bound New York City youth each year in grades 7 through 12. It houses two youth education programs, Talent Search and Upward Bound. Through these programs, students learn about colleges and careers, improve their academic work, and participate in personal development activities.

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedEarly College Project (ECP) National Council of La Raza

Raul Yzaguirre Building1126 16th Street, N.W.Washington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 785-1670

http://www.nclr.org/section/ecp/ National locations

12 Early College High Schools across the country. An Early College High School is a school in which students will not only graduate with a high school diploma, but will also earn a two-year undergraduate associate degree, or complete two full academic years of credit toward a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree.

Affiliations:National Council of La Raza

Contact: Carmen MillerNational Council of La RazaRaul Yzaguirre Building1126 16th Street, N.W.Washington, DC 20036Tel: (202) 785-1670

ORgo to: http://www.nclr.org/section/ecp/

Volunteer Opportunities: Program support in areas such as Education, Community Development, Health, Youth Leadership Development, Civil Rights and Advocacy, Workforce Development, and Affiliate Member Services.

Education Trust, The 1250 H St. NW, Suite 700Washington, DC 20005Tel: (202) 293-1217Fax: (202) 293-2605http://www2.edtrust.org/edtrust

Kati Haycock, President

A lobbying group that tries to level the playing field in public education.

Affiliations:SIP Professional Development National Association of System Heads

Ivy EllisOffice ManagerThe Education Trust 1250 H St. NW, Suite 700Washington, DC [email protected]

Contact: Claire Campbell Tel: (202) 293-1217

Fieldston Enrichment Program 3901 Fieldston RoadBronx, NY 10471Tel: (718) 329-7310

Alfredo Thomas, [email protected]: (718) 329-7331Fax: (718) 329-7305

Program prepares academically motivated seventh and eighth grade students attending NYC public middle schools for ninth grade entry into the special New York City high schools and independent schools.

Affiliations:A Better Chance College Preparatory Schools Program

High Expectations - Harlem Educational Activities Fund (HEAF)

Harlem Educational Activities Fund, Inc.2090 Seventh Avenue, 10th FloorNew York, NY 10027Tel: 212-663-9732 Fax: 212-663-9736http://www.heaf.org/success/index.html

An academic acceleration program, High Expectations, introduces students and families to a college preparatory process that begins in sixth grade. It reinforces basic skills where needed, and provides acceleration opportunities that encourage students to experience the joy of learning.

Affiliations:College Quest

https://secure.entango.com/donate/SX32Gug5GnB

Volunteer Opportunities: Job Shadowing, Career Panels/Roundtable Discussions, Project-Based MentoringInternships, and Volunteering.

Donate - Frequent flyer miles, office equipment, books, pro bono services, tickets to events

Institute for Leadership, Excellence & Academic Development (I-LEAD) Program

Bank Street College of EducationMain Campus610 West 112th StreetNew York, NY 10025212-875-4400www.bankstreet.edu/libertyleads

DirectorFarhad Asghar - (212) 875-4481 - [email protected]

Bank Street North132 Claremont Ave.New York, NY 10027

Pioneering college preparatory initiative for talented students from selected urban Catholic high schools in New York City and prepares them to become competitive applicants to selective colleges and universities. (I-LEAD is now accepting students from public schools as well as independent schools).

Affiliations:Liberty LEADS

Bank Street College of EducationOffice of Institutional AdvancementAttn: Lori Funicello/Liberty LEADS610 West 112th StreetNew York, NY 10025

Contact: Lori Funicello - Associate Director of Development for Major Gifts Tel: 212-961-3334 Email: [email protected].

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedKids2Collegesm (K2C®) Kids2College DC

901 E Street, N.W., Suite 410Washington, DC 20004Tel: 202-587-4966Email:[email protected]@partners4education.org

Pre-college early awareness program

Affiliations:Greater Washington College Info Center (CIC)

Kids2College DC901 E Street, N.W., Suite 410Washington, DC [email protected]

Contact: Shynetra Whitmyer - Community CoordinatorTel: (202) 639-0295 Email: [email protected].

Volunteer Opportunities: Looking for people to speak about their jobs, how they got there, what the job entails etc, participate with a parent advisory council and need financial education teachers. Other year round opportunities exist

Knowledge Is Power Program, The (KIPP)

KIPP FoundationNew York, NY and District of ColumbiaRichard Barth, CEO

KIPP, the Knowledge Is Power Program, is a national network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools in under-resourced communities throughout the United States. There are currently 52 locally-run KIPP schools in 16 states and Washington, DC, which are serving over 12,000 students. KIPP schools have been widely recognized for putting underserved students on the path to college.

Affiliations:Teach for America

Holly WoodKIPP Foundation345 Spear Street, Suite 510San Francisco, CA 94105Tel: (415) 513-4108E-mail: [email protected]

To volunteer in New York, NY contact: Mandy Cassamassina Tel: 212-694-5786

To volunteer in DC contact: Allison Bansler Tel: 202-223-4505

Volunteer Opportunities: Mentors, big brother/sister, fundraising, ad-hoc events, organizing.

Latino Student Fund Scholars Program

Latino Student FundP.O. Box 5403Washington, DC 20016Tel: (202) 244-3438Fax: (202) 244-3757http://www.latinostudentfund.org/aboutus.htm

Lynne Hitchner, Executive [email protected]

The Scholars Program offers financial aid scholarships and education-related support to students of Hispanic descent who have been accepted to or are attending a private or parochial school in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

P.O. Box 5403 Washington, D.C. 20016 Phone: (202) 244-3438 FAX: (202) 244-3757E-mail: [email protected]

Contact: Louis Torres Tel: (202) 244-3438

Volunteer Opportunities: Looking for tutors to work 1 on 1 with k-12th graders on Saturdays from 10-12 (whole semester commitment excluding holidays). Also can use help on projects such as preparing for Gala event or for scholars program.

Leadership Enterprize For A Diverse America (LEDA) (founded 2003)

39 Hamilton TerraceNew York, NY 10031Phone: (212) 234-1384Fax: (212) 234-1385http://www.ledascholars.org/index.html

Jolene Lane, Executive [email protected]

LEDA is a not-for-profit organization committed to nurturing the leadership potential of exceptional students (top 5% in terms of intellectual ability) of under-represented racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Through various educational initiatives, LEDA seeks to increase the admission of under-represented youth to the country’s leading colleges and universities, and to foster their successful participation at these institutions.

Contact Jolene Lane by phone at 212-234-1384 or e-mail at [email protected]

Liberty LEADS Bank Street College of Education610 West 112th StreetNew York, NY 10025Tel: 212-875-4400www.bankstreet.edu/libertyleads

DirectorFarhad Asghar - (212) 875-4481 - [email protected]

Bank Street North132 Claremont Ave.New York, NY 10027

Liberty LEADS offers a comprehensive college preparation program leading toward admittance to two and four-year institutions, gender-based counseling groups, and after school enrichment activities. Students also participate in a highly successful adventure based counseling program that builds positive peer group supports through a series of wilderness, expeditionary learning and community service experiences.

Affiliations:I-LEAD Program is a subset that targets inner-city kids from 6 area high schools.

Bank Street College of EducationOffice of Institutional AdvancementAttn: Lori Funicello/Liberty LEADS610 West 112th StreetNew York, NY 10025

Contact: Lori Funicello - Associate Director of Development for Major Gifts Tel: 212-961-3334 Email: [email protected].

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedManhattanville Promotes Academic and Life-Long Success (M-PALS)

Manhattanville College2900 Purchase StreetPurchase, NY 10577Phone (914) 694-2200Fax: (914) 694-2386

Summer residential program which offers academic enrichment to students with stellar grades but limited financial resources.

Contact: James Finger Tel: (914) 323-5368

Volunteer Opportunities: Looking for mentors that can help with career aspirations. Children are minority and underprivileged so mentors from that background would be particularly beneficial, however, all are greatly appreciated. Also looking for people with a tech background that can help with computer training.

Meyerhoff Scholarship Program, The

The Meyerhoff Scholarship ProgramUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore CountyAcademic Services 106C 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250Tel: (410) 455-3139http://www.umbc.edu/meyerhoff/

The Meyerhoff Program is a scholarship program open to all high-achieving high school seniors who have an interest in pursuing doctoral study in the sciences or engineering, are interested in the advancement of minorities in the sciences and related fields and plan to attend the University of Maryland Baltimore County. The Meyerhoff Scholars Program awards range in amounts from $5,000–$22,000 per year for four years.

Contact: LaMont Toliver - Director Email: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: Need Scientist in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) fields wanting to donate time or mentor students and knowledge of fellowships, Organizations willing to host student internships in STEM fields, summer visits for groups (factory, laboratory), recruiting for high school students.

Middle Grades Partnership The Middle Grades Partnership 2800 North Charles StreetThe Education BuildingBaltimore, MD 21218

Executive Director:Beth Drummond [email protected]

The Middle Grades Partnership supports partnerships between public and independent schools to provide comprehensive summer and after-school learning opportunities for academically promising Baltimore City middle school students so that they may thrive in rigorous high schools, college and beyond. Through this work, the Middle Grades Partnership aspires to provide a core of leadership for Baltimore.

Affiliations:New England Citybridge

http://www.bcf.org/givenow/givenow1.aspx?f=63836

New Jersey SEEDS 303-309 Washington St., 4th Floor Newark, NJ 07102 Phone: (973) 642-6422www.njseeds.org

SEEDS is an academic enrichment and leadership development program aimed at eliminating social and economic barriers for high-achieving, low-income youth. SEEDS seeks to prepare qualified students for placement at competitive day and boarding schools and to empower students to live lives of leadership, professional accomplishment, and service to the community.

If you are interested in supporting the College Preparatory Program financially, please contact Doug Olson at 973-642-6422 or [email protected].

If interested in volunteering, contact: Volunteer Coordinator, Jamie J. McClintock. Tel: 973-642-6422 x226.

Contact: David Allyn Tel: 973-642-6422Email: [email protected] you are interested in mentoring a CPP Student or are a college or university admissions officer interested in meeting CPP Students

Next Generation Venture Fund, The (NGVF)

Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth5801 Smith Ave, Suite 400Baltimore, MD 21209-3611 410-735-6005Fax: 410-735-6200

http://www.ngvf.org/ National locations

The Next Generation Venture Fund (NGVF) is a collaborative national investment initiative designed to prepare a diverse population of talented students from underrepresented groups for admission to top colleges and universities across the country for future leadership roles.

Affiliations:The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth; The Duke University Talent Identification Program; National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship

Margaret WalshSenior Associate Director, DevelopmentJohns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth5801 Smith Ave, Suite 400Baltimore, MD 21209-3611 410-735-6005Fax: [email protected]

Contact: Margaret Walsh Tel: 410-735-6005 Email: [email protected] Fax: 410-735-6200

Volunteer Opportunities: mentoring, donation of products, presentations by professionals, participation in career conferences, internships or sponsor a student.

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedPathways to Success Georgetown University

School of Nursing and Health StudiesSt. Mary's Hall3700 Reservoir Road, NWWashington, DC 20057

Charles H. Evans, Jr., M.D., [email protected]

Residential, summer enrichment program

Posse Foundation, The 14 Wall Street, Suite 8A-60New York, NY 10005Tel: (212) 405-1691Fax: (212) 405-1697 National locations

Deborah Bial, President & Founder

The Posse Foundation identifies, recruits and trains student leaders from public high schools to form multicultural teams or "posses." These teams are then prepared, through an intensive eight-month Pre-Collegiate Training Program, for enrollment at top-tier universities nationwide to pursue their academics and to help promote cross-cultural communication on campus.

Volunteer Opportunities: Evaluators used to assess students, writing coaches for Pre College training program, participate in the Career Program (interview, resume, etc.)

Prep for Prep 328 West 71st StreetNew York, NY 10023(212) 579-1390(212) 579-1443 (fax)www.prepforprep.org

Aileen Hefferren, CEO - Asst. April Reitano - (212) 579-1390, x127

Prep for Prep 9 (PREP 9)163 West 91st StreetNew York, NY 10024(212) 579-1470(212) 579-1459 (fax)

Multi-year program, founded in 1978, develops the leadership potential of able young people of color. Prep's strategy is to identify talented middle school students, prepare them for placement in leading independent day and boarding schools, and provide a sense of community, critical post-placement services, and leadership development opportunities through college graduation. The Prep Community includes over 3,000 students and alumni, 40% of whom have graduated from Ivy League institutions.

Affiliations:Prep for Prep 9 (PREP 9) which prepares 7th grade students for entry into the Northeast's boarding schools

Ed Boland, VP for External Affairs, Prep for Prep328 West 71st StreetNew York, NY 10023

Volunteer Opportunities: Provide career advice (e.g., speak on panels, judge business plan competitions, conduct mock interviews), expand summer and other opportunities (e.g., internships), provide office space for seminars/events, volunteer in Prep's offices, help with fundraising

Princeton University Preparatory Program, The (PUPP)

Program in Teacher Preparation41 William StreetPrinceton, NJ 08540Tel: (609) 258-3337Fax: (609) 258-4527http://www.princeton.edu/~tprep/pupp/index.htm

Supports high-achieving, low-income students from Ewing, Princeton and Trenton Public High Schools.

Affiliations:Princeton University Program in Teacher Preparation

Interested volunteers can call: (609) 258-3337

Reach for Regis 55 East 84th StreetNew York, NY 10028Tel: (212) 288-1100www.regis.org

Mr. Todd Austin, [email protected](212) 288-1100 ext. 273.

Three-year educational and leadership program of Regss High School serving Catholic Boys in their middle-school years that prepares them earn admission to Regis, as well as other top Catholic high schools in New York City.

Affiliations:REACH Program

Volunteer Opportunities: Professionals can come in to speak on leadership topics. Participants often visit sites, so office tours may be helpful.

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedScience & Technology Entry Program, The (STEP)

441 East Fordham RoadBronx, NY 10458-9993Room 303 Collins Hall (Top Floor)Fax: (718) 817-3263

STEP at Fordham University is an exciting and rigorous academic enrichment program designed to help prepare junior high and high school students for licensed professions and scientific, technical and health-related careers. STEP also seeks to increase the representation of historically underrepresented minorities and economically disadvantaged people in these fields.

Contact: Michael Molina - Director Tel: (718) 817-3266 Email: [email protected] ORRenaldo Alba - Associate DirectorTel: (718) 817-3267 Email: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteers needed as instructors for science and math, mentors who are professionals, internships for participants.

Science & Technology Entry Program, The (STEP)

804 University Avenue, Suite 303Syracuse, NY 13244Tel: (315) 443-9171Fax: (315) 443-5683

Leonese Nelson, Ph.D., [email protected]

STEP at Syracuse University provides academic support services and enrichment activities to students in grades 7 – 12.

Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) Scholars Program

SEO Scholars Program55 Exchange Place - 6th FloorNew York, NY 10005(212) 532-2454www.seo-usa.org

President & CEOWilliam A. Goodloe

Prepares New York City high school students, through academic classes and college guidance, to earn admission to top colleges and universities

Affiliations:Manhattan Center for Science and Math,High School for Environmental Studies and New York University School of Law

Street Squash 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 246New York, NY 10170Tel: (212) 949-4030http://www.streetsquash.org/

George Polsky, Founder & Executive Director

StreetSquash is an after-school youth enrichment program that combines academic tutoring, squash instruction, college prep, literacy, community service and one-on-one mentoring.

StreetSquash420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 246New York, NY 10170(212) 949-4030

To volunteer please visit website: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: Help with programs and one-on-one mentors. Summer program through July and then they're off in Aug. In Fall, Mon-Sat programs

Summer on the Hill at Horace Mann

4440 Tibbett AvenueRiverdale, NY 10471Tel: (718) 432-4117Fax: (718) 432-3614http://www.summeronthehill.org

John McIvor, Executive [email protected]

Summer on the Hill is a year-round educational program dedicated to nurturing academically talented public school students from disadvantaged backgrounds. As the only enrichment program in New York that recruits public school children beginning in the second grade and works with them through high school, Summer on the Hill provides an unparalleled educational opportunity for promising public school students in the Bronx and upper Manhattan.

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Contact: Beth Torres, Development Coordinator Email: [email protected] Tel: (718) 432-4117

Summer Search New York City 90 Broad Street, Suite 202New York, NY 10004Phone: (212) 248-7401Fax: (212) 248-7408

Janice Yang, Director

Summer Search provides students with a combination of full scholarships to summer experiential education programs, intensive long-term mentoring, private college and financial aid counseling, and ongoing professional development resources.

Affiliations:Summer Search - Boston; Summer Search - Seattle; others

90 Broad Street, Suite 202New York, NY 10004Phone: (212) 248-7401Fax: (212) 248-7408

Contact: Jill Kanteritz Tel: 212-248-7401

Volunteer Opportunities: career counseling interviews for high school students, become alumni and help develop an alumni network where they can do informational interviews with people in the area; also Career Advisory Network - Sponsoring Summer Search alumni for a paid internship or serve as an advisor; Jess Miller-type program where people mentor formally for a one- or two-year term; provide students with internships

Requirements: Fill out an online survey (5 mins) explaining role and expertise - just sign on to participate in one 20-min interview

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedSyracuse University Gear Up Syracuse University

Gear Up 111 Waverly Avenue, Suit 230Syracuse, NY 13224

Tel: (315) 415 - 8881website: www.studentsupport.syr.edu/gearup

Director Lena Kochian (315)-443-1166

Gear Up is a collaborative effort between Syracuse University and the Syracuse School District to increase the graduation rate and college attendance rates of students. The program follows 7th and 8th graders from 11 city middle schools and throughout their high school careers.

Affiliations:SUNY Upstate Medical University, LeMoyne College, Onondaga Community College and Partners for Education and Business

Contact: Hilda MartinezTel: (315) 415 -888 E-mail: [email protected]

Volunteer opportunities: Mentoring program. Goal is to pair up each child with a mentor who wants one. Hours are flexible and offered during the academic school year.

Syracuse University Project Advance (SUPA)

Syracuse University Project Advance400 Ostrom AvenueSyracuse, NY 13244 Phone: 315-443-2404Fax: 315-443-1626 http://supa.syr.edu/index.htmlhttp://www.fpa.fyr.edu

Also located in New York, New Jersey, Maine, Michigan, and Massachusetts.

SUPA is a partnership linking Syracuse University with secondary schools through which qualified seniors can enroll in Syracuse University courses for credit.

Contact: Fari Signorelli -Associate Director for Project Advance Phone: Phone: 315-443-2404 Email: [email protected] Volunteer Opportunities: In need of someone who can research and/or write grants for the organization

TEAK Fellowship (founded 1998) The TEAK Fellowship16 West 22nd Street, 3rd FloorNew York, NY 10010Tel: (212) 288-6678Fax: (212) 288-5058www.teakfellowship.org

Lynn D. Sorensen, Executive Director

TEAK admits high achieving, low-income seventh-grade boys and girls from all five boroughs of New York City and works with them through the summer after they graduate from high school.

Contact Morgan Porzio, Director of Communications & Development at (212) 288-6678 x7

For Mentoring Program Contact: Dan Blebnick Tel: 212-288-6678, ext. 112 Email: [email protected] Volunteer needs to make a 5yr commitment and follows the student from 8th grade through high school and is required to meet with the student at least 3x's a year.

For Tutoring Program Contact: Beth Onofry Tel: 212-288-6678, ext. 115 Email: [email protected] commits to tutor for at least one academic semester after school btw 4-7pm, can tutor on Saturdays as well

Wadleigh Scholars Wadleigh Scholars Program215 W. 114th StreetNew York, NY 10026Tel: (212) 749-5800www.wadleighscholars.org

The Wadleigh Scholars Program Inc. is a non-profit organization that includes a preparatory program which trains students to enter day and boarding schools. The program is based in Harlem and assists students in pursuing scholarships to preparatory schools throughout the country.

Derrick WallaceAssistant Vice President of Learning and Development CenterBank of New YorkPhone: (212) 815-2870Fax: (212) [email protected]

Contact: Derrick Wallace Assistant Vice President of Learning and Development CenterBank of New YorkTel: (212) 815-2870 Fax: (212) 815-2900Email: [email protected] OREduard Plummer Phone: 212-582-1632

Volunteer Opportunities: Mentors/tutors needed from Sept. - Dec to help students fill out applications and work on interviewing skills every Saturday from 12-3 pm.

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedWhite-Williams Scholars White-Williams Scholars & The Charles Ellis

Trust215 South Broad Street, 5th FloorPhiladelphia, PA 19107Tel: (215) 735-4480Tel2: (215) 735-4483 Fax: (215) 735-4485

Amy T. Holdsman, Executive DirectorTel: (215) [email protected]

White-Williams Scholars is a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging, supporting, and rewarding high achievement by Philadelphia public high school students from low-income families.

Contact: Kristen Henry Tel: 215-735-4480, ext. 206 Email: [email protected]

Volunteer opportunities: Career Day, Mentors, Shadowing Day, Financial literacy. Volunteer from Sept - June during school year on primarily week days. Days and times are flexible. Go to website www.wwscholars.org towards end of summer to see list of volunteer opportunities and events.

Wight Foundation, The 60 Park Place, 17 FloorNewark, NJ 07102-3704Tel: (973) 824-1195Fax: (973) 824-1199http://www.wightfoundation.org/

Rhonda Auguste, Executive [email protected]

The Wight Foundation provides superior opportunities for young men and women of the Greater Newark area and vicinity to achieve academic excellence within a boarding school environment. Established in 1986 by Mr. Russell B. Wight, Jr., The Wight Foundation provides scholarship grants, based on family income, to attend boarding schools in New England & the Mid-Atlantic Regions.

Contact: Kevin C. Hudson - Director of College Admissions and Advising Email: Kchudson @wightfoundation.org Tel: (973) 824-1195

Volunteer opportunities: Career Day, Job Shadowing, Internship opportunities for participating students. Times to Volunteer: Mostly during the summer and on students summer and spring breaks.

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Boys & Girls Club of America 1275 Peachtree Street NEAtlanta, GA 30309-3506Phone: (404) 487-5700http://www.bgca.org/

President & CEO:Roxanne Spillett

Boys & Girls Clubs of America has a lineup of tested and proven nationally recognized programs that address today's most pressing youth issues, teaching young people the skills they need to succeed in life.

Affiliations:Latino Outreach Initiatives

Boys & Girls Clubs of AmericaAttn: Resource Development1275 Peachtree Street NEAtlanta, GA 30309-3506Phone: (404) 487-5700

To volunteer: look up your local club and inquire about the club's specific needs.http://www.bgca.org/clubs/

Carter G. Woodson Math and Science Institute, The

TRIO Programs2nd Floor Bruce-Trades ComplexCPO 2212Berea, KY 40404Phone: 859-985-3273Fax: 859-985-3920http://www.berea.edu/trio/upwardbound/woodsoninstitute.asp

The Woodson Institute is an Upward Bound Math and Science program designed to help high school students recognize and develop their potential to excel in mathematics and the sciences and to encourage them to pursue college degrees in these fields. Students participate in a six-week summer session on the Berea College campus.

Contact: Heather Green Tel: 859-985-3273

Citizen Schools Citizen Schools11218 Mallard Crossing DriveCharlotte, NC 28262 Tel. (704) 905-3588

State Director: Jerri [email protected]


Affiliations:Americorps, Bank of America, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, Charlotte Women's Impact Fund


To apply to be a volunteer please visit:http://www.citizenschools.org/volunteer/index.cfm Volunteer opportunities: Leading an apprenticeship for a 10-week project in which the team of apprentices and Citizen teacher create a real product together. Financial Education Program needs instructors and volunteers. Mock Trial Program -(i) Group volunteering opportunity with 5-10 middle school students, (ii) 2 hours a week of in class time, (iii) must participate in an extensive orientation: 4 hours of training.

Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP)

Duke University1121 West Main StreetDurham, NC 27701-2028http://www.tip.duke.edu/Phone: (919) 668-9110

The Duke Talent Identification Program has become a major leader in identifying academically talented students and providing innovative programs to support the development of their optimal educational potential. Since 1980 over 1.8 million students have benefited from one or more of Duke TIP's unique services, resources or programs

Elon Academy Dr. Richard MihansAssistant Professor of EducationCoordinator of Academic Programs Elon UniversityCampus Box 2105Elon, NC 27244(336) [email protected]://www.elon.edu/e-web/academics/elon_academy/overview.xhtml

The ELON Academy is a three-year college preparatory academic enrichment program for academically talented high school students in the Alamance-Burlington School System who may not be considering attending college. The year-round program combines three intensive four-week residential experiences at Elon University in the summers prior to the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades, with a variety of academic/enrichment activities during the school year.

Call at (336) 278-7444 to make a gift.

Volunteer opportunities: Help with the community garden, tutoring, give breakfast presentations, teaching pottery class, etc.

The South: AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedNext Generation Venture Fund, The (NGVF)

Duke Talent Identification Program1121 W. Main StDurham, NC 27701-2028 919-668-9132Fax: 919-668-9141

http://www.ngvf.org/

The Next Generation Venture Fund (NGVF) is a collaborative national investment initiative designed to prepare a diverse population of talented students from underrepresented groups for admission to top colleges and universities across the country for future leadership roles.

Affiliations:The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth; The Duke University Talent Identification Program; National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship

Deborah-Kay HughesDirector of DevelopmentDuke Talent Identification Program1121 W. Main StDurham, NC 27701-2028 Phone: 919-668-9132Fax: [email protected]

Contact: Deborah-Kay Hughes Tel: 919-668-9132 Email: [email protected] Fax: 919-668-9141

Volunteer Opportunities: mentoring, donation of products, presentations by professionals, participation in career conferences, internships or sponsor a student.

Odyssey 1424 West Paces Ferry Road, NWAtlanta, GA 30327Phone: (404) 609-6409Fax: (404) 367-5135www.odysseyatlanta.org

M.J. Thorne, Executive [email protected]

Odyssey is an independent non-profit organization promoting academic achievement and a love for life-long learning for motivated public school students for whom these opportunities might not otherwise be available. Serving grades 3-12 in Atlanta's Project GRAD schools, Odyssey offers a comprehensive program for more than 200 students, focusing on a core academic curriculum, the arts, and exposure to critical thinking skills.

1424 West Paces Ferry Road, NWAtlanta, GA 30327

Volunteers can fill out applications online: http://www.odysseyatlanta.org/supporters/volunteer.html

University of Florida Alliance, The University of Florida Alliance343-B Norman Hall, PO Box 117053Gainesville, FL 32611http://www.coe.ufl.edu/Alliance/

Bernard Oliver, Director(352) 392-0728, [email protected]

Partnership with 6 area high schools to promote admission into college. Also provides 4 year scholarships to outstanding students.

Contact: Bernard Oliver , Director Cell: 352-275-7442 Tel (352) 392-0728, ext.315 Email: [email protected]

Volunteer opportunities: Contribute to writing seminars for teachers to teach to students, professional development seminars and workshops, speakers for summer enhancement institute for teachers and principals, career exploration program to give students glimpse of different career paths, participate in seminars on how parents can fund their child's education. Most opportunities during the school year.

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Aspire Program Hathaway Brown School19600 North Park BoulevardShaker Heights, OH 44122Phone: (216) 320-8776Fax: (216) 320-8779http://[email protected]/

The Aspire Program is a tuition-free academic and leadership program which brings together adolescent girls who attend under-resourced public schools in the Cleveland area with new teachers who have tremendous potential in the field of education.

Associate Head for Advancement, Clarke Wilson Leslie at (216) 320-8107 or [email protected].

Contact: Cammy Budie or Koyen ShahEmail: [email protected] Tel:216-320-8776

Broad Partnership - Broad Summer High School Scholars Program

Director:Dr. Sonya Gunnings-Moton Michigan State University 518A Erickson Hall East Lansing, MI 48824Email: [email protected](517) 432-5093

Four weeks of residential experience on the campus of Michigan State University for Detroit Public high school students.

Affiliations: Broad Future Teachers Award; Broad Summer Teaching Fellows

Carleton Liberal Arts Experience (CLAE)

Carleton Liberal Arts ExperienceCarleton College100 South College StreetNorthfield, MN 55057Phone: (866) 767-2275)Fax: (507) 646-4526http://apps.carleton.edu/summer/clae/

CLAE selects 50 high school sophomores to take place in a 1 week program during the summer that stresses the advantages of the liberal arts experience. The CLAE program introduces the strengths of a liberal arts education through an array of courses in science, art, social sciences, and technology.

Collegiate Scholars Program Collegiate Scholars Program5835 S Kimbark Ave., Room 420Chicago, IL 60637Phone: (773) 834-2774 Fax: (773) 834-3764http://phoenix.uchicago.edu/csp/

Three-year enrichment program offered by the University of Chicago specifically for Chicago Public Schools students.

Contact: Kim Ransom to set up a meetingTel: (773) 834-2774

Volunteer Opportunities: Participate with college boot camp, mentoring, internships.

High Jump 59 West North BoulevardChicago, IL 60610-1492Tel: (312) 582-7700 www.highjumpchicago.org

Tasha R. Green, Executive Director

The hallmark of the High Jump experience is a 2 ½ year course of study that builds academic and social skills, fosters self-confidence and independent thinking and provides critical information about future educational choices.

Affiliations:Cornell Association for the Technological Advancement of Learned Youth in Science and Technology program at Cornell University

For donations, sponsorship and in-kind gifts please call 312-582-7704 or email [email protected].

HIGHSIGHT Scholarship Program 315 West Walton StreetChicago, IL 60610 Phone: (312) 787-9824Fax: (312) 787-7713http://www.highsight.org/

Mark Duhon, Founder & Executive [email protected]

HIGHSIGHT is a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships, tutoring, mentoring and leadership development for students to attend and succeed at private high schools in Chicago.

Affiliations:The Insight Academic Program

Contact HighSight Executive Director Mark Duhon at (312) 787-9824 or [email protected] if interested in providing financial support or sponsoring a student.

Volunteer Opportunities: Mentoring

Midwest: IL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, SD, WI

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedInsight Academic Program, The Stephanie Schmidts

Insight Coordinator312-787-9824 ext. 225

315 West Walton StreetChicago, IL 60610

[email protected]

The Insight Academic Program provides educational and social support to middle school students in Chicago by providing an adult tutor/mentor to help each child with their academics and personal development throughout the school year.

Affiliations:HIGHSIGHT

Contact HighSight Executive Director Mark Duhon at (312) 787-9824 or [email protected] if interested in providing financial support or sponsoring a student.

Contact: Patty Heart Tel: 312-787-9824 Email: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: Looking for mentors or "buddies" for school year. Mentors work with High Schoolers in academic areas and coach them to go to college. Opportunities exist Tue. Wed evenings after work or Sat. mornings (times are somewhat flexible). Can come individually or in teams. "Buddies" work with 4th-8th graders in a less intense academic environment more similar to a big brother/sister type program. Buddies meet on Monday nights. Typically they ask for a commitment of at least 1 year.

REACH Program at University School

University SchoolShaker Campus20701 Brantley RoadShaker Heights, OH 44122www.us.edu/shaker/opportunities.cfm

University School's REACH program is a rigorous academic enrichment program for African American middle school boys from the city's urban school districts. The program's mission is to help the boys become lifelong learners who will contribute productively to the world they inherit and to recruit and influence minority college undergraduates to choose a career in education.

Contact: (216) 831-2200 ext. 7360

Saturday Scholars Columbia College Chicago600 S. Michigan AvenueChicago, IL 60605(312) 663-1600 http://www.colum.edu/CCAP/Programs/About_Saturday_Scholars.php

Saturday Scholars provides comprehensive college and workforce preparation and helps level the playing field for students from economically disadvantaged, inner-city neighborhoods, most of whom are the first in their families to attend college.

Contact: CCAP office at (312) 344-8861

Yes for Prep The YES Foundation30600 Telegraph Road - Suite 1260Bingham Farms, MI 48025Tel: (248) 646-2203Fax: (248) 646-6197www.yesforprep.org

YES for PREP is a long- term investment strategy which begins by positioning the student for success. YES for PREP identifies academically talented students in 7th grade, from minority group backgrounds and prepares them to compete successfully for entry into academically challenging college preparatory high schools.

Contact: Hadidja to participate in Study Readers program, Buddy and Buddy Study Tel: § 248-646-5696

Volunteer Opportunities: Story Reader will read to kindergardeners at least once a month from Oct. through May, books provided by foundation, program occurs during the day. Buddy program tutor for 1st graders in reading at least once a week and on a consistent day Tues or Thurs from 9-11am. Buddy Study volunteer would correct homework assignments from parents who want to be involved in the program to help their children. Contact Celeste to participate in Yes for Prep

Young Scholars Program The Ohio State UniversityOffice of Minority AffairsYoung Scholars Program025 Mount Hall1050 Carmack RoadColumbus, OH 43210Tel: (614) 292-4884Fax: (614) 292-4603http://oma.osu.edu/ysp/main.html

Dr. Patrick Royster, Assistant Vice Provost and Interim Director

YSP is a comprehensive pre-collegiate and collegiate program designed to enhance the academic, personal, and career development of Young Scholars. The program strives to increase the number of low income students, including African American, Latino/Hispanic, Native American, and Appalachian students in their pursuit of a college degree.

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Citizen Schools Citizen Schools5105 Evans AvenueAustin, TX 78751Tel. (512) 673-7130Fax (617) 695-2367

State Director: Stacy Newcomer

Other TX locations: Houston


Affiliations:Community Teamwork, Inc in Lowell, Partnership for Community Schools in Malden, Positive Action Against Chemical Addiction in New Bedford, Martin Luther King Community Center in Springfield, The YMCA of Greater Worcester



Knowledge Is Power Program, The (KIPP)

KIPP FoundationHouston, TX

Richard Barth, CEO




To volunteer in Houston, Texas Contact: Rachel Hosmer Tel: 832-328-1051


University Outreach Center, The - Houston

Milby High School 1601 BroadwayHouston, TX 77012Phone: (713) 926-0610Fax: (713) 926-0613 http://uoc.utexas.edu/houston/index.html

Kenya White, [email protected]

The program is designed to help low-income and potential first-generation college students prepare for university-level academic work and its mission is to assist underrepresented students graduate from high school and matriculate at an institution of higher education.

Affiliations:Other University Outreach Centers

Contact: Ruth Lopez Tel: (713) 926-0610

Volunteer opportunities: Mock interviews, financial planning seminars, career exploration seminar (discuss steps taken by an individual for a particular career path). Resources needed include: use of an auditorium or office space to hold events and conferences, use of computers. Mostly active during school year. Serves as after school program (evenings)

Southwest: AZ, NM, OK, TX

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American Indian Summer Program c/o Yolanda LeonUniversity of California, IrvineCenter for Educational Partnerships5171 California Ave., Suite 150Irvine, CA 92697-2505Phone: (949) [email protected]

One week residential summer program for American Indian high school students entering the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades

Affiliations: Center for Educational PartnershipsUniversity of California, Irvine5171 California Ave., Suite 150Irvine CA., 92697-2505Phone: (949) 824-7482 Fax: (949) 824-8219http://www.cfep.uci.edu/

Director: Dr. Stephanie Reyes-Tuccio

Opportunities: Looking for qualified undergraduate or graduate students who can serve as Resident Assistants during the summer program.

Bright Prospect Scholar Support Program

281 South Thomas Street, Suite 302Pomona, CA 91766Phone: (909) 623-9007Fax: (909) 623-9008http://www.brightprospect.org/

Director & President:Eric Garen

Bright Prospect collaborates with high schools in low-income urban areas to identify and nurture young people who, against seemingly insurmountable odds, are determined to realize their dream of a college education.

Affiliations:One Voice

Bright Prospect Scholar Support Program281 South Thomas Street, Suite 302Pomona, California 91766Phone: (909) 623-9007Fax: (909) 623-9008e-mail: [email protected]

Contact: Stephanie Campbell Tel: 909-623-9007Email: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: chaperone field trips (must have car and drivers license), mentors to give career advice to recent college graduates, SAT tutors in math and English

Citizen Schools Citizen Schools Californiac/o MIT, Room 125400 Duane StreetRedwood City, CA 94062Tel: (650) 363-2724

State Director: Sylvia Kidder Barry [email protected]


Affiliations:Americorp, Goldman Sachs, Fidelity



College Match College Matchc/o Community Partners1000 N. Alameda Street, Suite 240Los Angeles CA 90012http://www.collegematchla.org/index.htm

College preparatory program that helps with college counseling, visits, essay prep, SAT prep, etc.

College Matchc/o Community Partners1000 N. Alameda Street, Ste 240Los Angeles, CA 90012

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College Track College Track East Palo Alto1846 Bay RoadEast Palo Alto, CA 94303650-614-4875

College Track Oakland436 14th Street, Suite 500Oakland, CA 94612510-835-1770

http://www.collegetrack.org/

Four-year college preparatory program designed to help motivated low-income high school students who have the desire but lack the resources and support to attain higher education. Students come from schools in the Sequoia Union High School District and throughout Oakland.

College Track436 14th Street, Suite 500Oakland, CA 94612Attention: Marshall Lott, COO

The West: AK, CO, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA, WY

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedEarly Academic Outreach Program (EAOP)

University of California, Office of the President1111 Franklin Street, 9th FloorOakland, CA 94607-5200(510) 987-9566

Director:Yvette GullattPre-College Achievement Programs(510) [email protected]

One of California's most successful pre-collegiate student academic development programs, EAOP works with more than 80,000 California students who attend 542 middle and high schools to turn dreams of college into reality.

Affiliations:EAOP offices exist at each of the UC campuses

Fulfillment Fund Fulfillment Fund6100 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600Los Angeles, CA 90048Tel: (323) 939-9707Fax: (323) 525-3095

Andrea Cockrum, CEO

Post Secondary Program which provides college counseling services, financial aid, scholarships and much more in an effort to help promising, yet educationally underserved and economically disadvantaged students achieve high school graduation and access to and completion of higher education through programs that also produce systemic change.

Fulfillment FundAttention Development Department6100 Wilshire Boulevard, Ste. 600Los Angeles, CA 90048

Volunteer Opportunities: mentoring students, generally a 1 year commitment, sometimes on a day by day basis.

Girls' Middle School, The 180 North Rengstorff AvenueMountain View, CA 94043Tel: (650) 968-8338Fax: (650) 968-4775 http://www.girlsms.org/

Deb Hof, Head of School

Founded in 1996, the Girls Middle School is an independent day school located in the heart of Silicon Valley for girls in grades 6-8. GMS is recognized for its small, nurturing environment and commitment to non-traditional subject areas. Girls experience computer science, engineering, and entrepreneurial studies and also learn about relating to themselves and others in social and emotional learning. At GMS, girls develop leadership skills, a strong sense of self, and a lifelong passion for learning.

Affiliations:GMS is a member of the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) and the National Coalition of Girls Schools (NCGS).

The Girls' Middle School180 North Rengstorff AvenueMountain View, CA 94043Fax: (650) [email protected]

Independent School Alliance for Minority Affairs, The

1545 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 711 Los Angeles, CA 90017 Tel: (213) 484-2411Fax: (213) 484-2545http://www.thealliance-la.org/

Manasa Tangalin, Executive Director

Established in 1984 by a group of Southern California school heads the Alliance is an organization of 44 private independent elementary and secondary schools that want to increase their diversity. The Alliance provides assistance to families of color with the application process to its member schools. The Alliance counsels families on appropriate school choice; entrance testing information and (if necessary) how to apply for financial aid. Additionally, the Alliance provides a variety of support programs and acts as a resource to member schools on issues of diversity and multiculturalism

Affiliations:Several member schools in California

1545 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 711 Los Angeles, CA 90017 Tel: (213) 484-2411Fax: (213) [email protected]

To assist with business and marketing consulting contact: Manasa Tanqalin -Director Tel: 212-484-2411

Visit website for other opportunities: http://www.thealliance-la.org/getinvolved.html

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedKnowledge Is Power Program, The (KIPP)

KIPP Foundation345 Spear Street, Suite 510San Francisco, CA 94105Tel: (415) 399-1556Fax: (415) 348-0588 National locations

Richard Barth, CEO




Contact: Beth Thompson Tel: 415-874-7489


One Voice Robert W. Sanderson College Scholars Program, The

One Voice1228 15th Street, Suite CSanta Monica, CA 90404Tel: (310) 458-9961Fax: (310) 395-8740http://www.onevoice-la.org/

Program prepares and places low income inner city high school students in colleges throughout the United States.

Contact: Kelli Paul Tel: 310-458-9961

Volunteer Opportunities: Christmas food giveaway, Scholarship program for low-income HS students (Sponsor a student) annual contribution or a start-up funds, Emergency relief program (clothes and furniture donations) Sponsor or donations for Summer camp for kids

Preuss School, The UCSD The Preuss School UCSD9500 Gilman Drive Dept. 0536La Jolla, CA 92093-0536Tel: (858) 658-7400Fax: (858) 658-0988 http://preuss.ucsd.edu/index.html

A middle and high school dedicated to providing an intensive college prep education for motivated low-income students who will become the first in their families to graduate from college.

Call Donald Stump at (858) 822-6616 or email [email protected].

Contact: Eva Mejia - Volunteer Coordinator The Preuss School UCSD9500 Gilman Drive Dept 0536Tel: (858) 658-7473email: [email protected]

QuestBridge Quest BridgeP.O. Box 20054Stanford, CA 94309 Tel: (650) 331.3280Fax: (650) 653.2516http://www.questbridge.org/

QuestBridge provides a single, internet-based meeting point which links exceptional students with the colleges, scholarship providers, employers, and organizations seeking students who have excelled despite obstacles.

Quest Scholars ProgramPO Box 20054Stanford, CA 94309

Rainer Scholars Rainier Scholars2100 24th Avenue South, Suite 210Seattle, WA 98144 Phone: (206) 407-2111Fax: (206) 407-2112 www.rainierscholars.org

Calvin Lyons, Executive Director(207) [email protected]

Rainier Scholars is a long-term academic and leadership enrichment program committed to cultivating the academic potential of talented and motivated young people of color.

Contact Mary Bristow, Development Director(206) [email protected].

Contact: Mary Bristow Tel: (206) 407-2115

Volunteer Opportunities: Tutoring Center (Tuesday and Thursday afternoons), Administrative Support, Committee Workgroups, Marketing Projects, Special Events, Fundraising Activities, Photographer, Newsletter, Mentoring.

Volunteers can also fill out an application online at www.rainierscholars.org

SMART Program, The 1370 Mission Street, 2nd FloorSan Francisco, CA 94103Tel: (415) 865-5400Fax: (415) 865-0505

Bill Fricker, Executive [email protected]

SMART is an educational non-profit organization that works with private middle schools in San Francisco to provide a three year scholarship (6th through 8th grade) to motivated students who cannot otherwise afford the opportunities and resources of a private school education

[email protected] Contact: volunteer coordinator at (415) 865-5400 to apply.

Volunteer Opportunities: Can serve as either a tutor or a mentor. Tutor typically makes after school visit once a week. Mentor usually meets twice a month for enrichment type activities. Looking for role models, professionals, with long term commitment

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedStanford Upward Bound Stanford University

562 Salvatierra WalkStanford, CA 94305-8620Phone: (650) 725-1663http://www.stanford.edu/group/Upward_Bound/

Upward Bound is a federally sponsored academic support program that prepares and motivates low-income, first-generation high school students to pursue a college education. Upward Bound offers an academically challenging year-round program, including tutorial services provided by Stanford University students, monthly workshops, a summer residential program, local and extended college visitations, career advising, and assistance in researching and applying for financial aid and college admission.

Affiliations:Haas Center for Public Service; Upward Bound

Contact: Christine Folari Tel: (650) 387-5859 Email: [email protected]

Volunteer Opportunities: During summer can volunteer for evening tutoring or to support students taking online classes during the day. During the school year, can volunteer on Saturdays to help with preparations.

Summer Math & Science Honors Academy (SMASH)

c/o LPFI543 Howard Street, Fifth FloorSan Francisco, CA 94105Phone: (415) 946-3030Fax: (415) 946-3001 http://www.lpfi.org/education/smash.shtml

The Academy, a 3-year college prep residential summer program beginning in 9th grade, encourages Bay Area high school students from underrepresented communities (Hispanic/Latino, African American and Native Americans) to pursue studies and excel in science, technology, engineering, or math at top colleges and graduate schools.

Affiliations:IDEAL Scholars; Infusion Fellowship

Contacts: Alma (volunteer coordinator); Irene St. Roseman (head of the program)Tel: (415) 946-3030

Volunteer Opportunities: High School Students: SMASH program (90 students) - housed at UC Berkeley - starts in JulyCollege Program: IDEAL program (smaller - 60 students)

Requirements: fill out the volunteer form: go to website http://www.lpfi.org/ => education programs => SMASH

Summer Scholars Enrichment Program (SSEP)

Pomona College333 N. College WayClaremont, CA 91711Phone: (909) 621-8000http://www.pomona.edu/ocmp/ssep.shtml

Maria Tucker, Interim Director(909) [email protected]

SSEP is an intensive 4-week academic program that serves rising sophomores through rising seniors from groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education

Affiliations:Panama College

Summer Search 620 Davis StreetSan Francisco, CA 94111415.362.5225 TEL415.362.5274 [email protected]

Linda Mornell, Founder & PresidentJay Jacobs, CEO

Also located in Napa-Sonoma (Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties), Boston, New York City, and Seattle

Summer Search provides students with a combination of full scholarships to summer experiential education programs, intensive long-term mentoring, private college and financial aid counseling, and ongoing professional development resources.

Affiliations:Summer Search - Boston; Summer Search - New York City; Summer Search - Seattle; others

https://mmm1122.verio-web.com/summ59/ssl/s.php

Contacts: Xuan-Vu Nguyen Tel: 415-362-0500Email: xvnguyen@summersearch; orMelissa Rawlins - Executive Director E-mail: melissa@summersearch

Volunteer Opportunities: involvement in the Career Advisory Network (CAN) - profs in community who volunteer their time to give career guidance and informational interviews to alumni; informational interview takes place in the summer - might meet with 1-4 alums - get involved by emailing the office directly of the city they're interested in; Bigger levels of involvement too - board service, donating, coming to events.

Interested volunteers should apply online at [email protected]

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Program Address/Phone/Website Program Description To Contribute Getting InvolvedSummerTIME Center for Higher Education Policy Analysis

(CHEPA)Rossier School of EducationUniversity of Southern CaliforniaWaite Phillips Hall, Room 701Los Angeles, CA 90089-4037Tel: (213) 740-7218Fax: (213) 740-3889 http://www.usc.edu/dept/chepa/summertime/index.html

Victor Garcia, Outreach Project ManagerTel: (213) [email protected]

The program provides a unique opportunity for college-bound seniors from low-income schools with high populations of students of color to improve their writing skills, prepare for the transition to college, and engage in pre-college enrichment programs.

Center for Higher Education Policy Analysis (CHEPA)Rossier School of EducationUniversity of Southern CaliforniaWaite Phillips Hall, Room 701Los Angeles, CA 90089-4037Tel: (213) 740-7218Fax: (213) 740-3889

Contact: Victor Garcia Tel: 213-740-2881

Volunteer Opportunities: mentoring program during the year (IAM - Increasing Access via Mentoring). Ideal Characteristics of Volunteers are employees who are 1st-generation college-attendees themselves, and/or from underrepresented groups (African American, Latino, southeast Asian) - those characteristics would be the best fit.

The Breakthrough Collaborative (formerly Summerbridge)

40 First Street, Fifth FloorSan Francisco, CA 94105Tel: (415) 442-0600Fax: (415) 442-0609www.breakthroughcollaborative.org

Laura Pochop, Chief Executive [email protected]

Breakthrough Collaborative is a national non-profit that partners middle-school students with college and high school students who serve as teachers, role models and mentors, providing real-life examples that it’s ‘cool to be smart’.

Affiliations:Summerbridge programs across the United States

For more information, please contact Lydia Johnson, [email protected].

Contact: Zoey Reyes to participate at national office. Tel: 415 -442-0600, ext. 105

Volunteer opportunities: Monthly volunteer days, serve on any local or the national board, panel discussions, hosting events, providing office space , host occupational field trips in the summer. To participate at a particular region please visit: breakthroughcollaborative.org/aboutus/locations.html

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