We're thrilled to announce the continued collaboration between College Possible and @NBAFoundation. Together, we're working to remove obstacles to higher education for students of color and students from low-income communities. Go @chicagobulls!
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Our team has been working with students and their parents to help them navigate the changes to FAFSA, as mentioned here by Program Director Elve Mitchell. When costs are manageable, students from low-income backgrounds are more likely to enroll and persist through college.
NEW: For some, the new FAFSA is easier. But a critical issue is blocking potentially tens of thousands of students whose parents lack SSNs from applying for aid. Federal officials say they're working to fix it, but couldn't say how long it would take chalkbeat.org/2024/01/25/bet…
.@CollegePossible is renewing its collaboration with the @NBAFoundation to help remove barriers to college access and entry for young people of color and students from low-income communities. bit.ly/3vXLstD
Did you know that over the next decade, the American labor market faces a shortage of 8.5 million college-educated workers? Your #GivingTuesday gift will open the door to a choice-filled future for 1,800 Chicago students. Donate today: CollegePossible.org/DonateCH…
Next week, make #GivingTuesday count by supporting College Possible Chicago students! Your gift will go a long way in providing 1,800 young people in Chicago with the guidance they need to reach their college and career goals. Donate today: CollegePossible.org/DonateCH…
Last week, we were excited to welcome College Possible Chicago high school seniors to our office for scholarship night! Students worked with staff and volunteers to draft and fine-tune their scholarship essays. Huge thank you to our volunteers for lending their expertise!
Exploring your next steps after graduation? Join our AmeriCorps virtual information session this Thursday, Nov. 22 at 1:00 p.m. CT. Learn how you will gain tangible skills that will translate into any career. Register at: bit.ly/40wJ3Ba
Join us Nov. 22 to learn what makes AmeriCorps service with College Possible Chicago uniquely valuable. In this virtual information session, we’ll discuss the benefits of service and how you will make a meaningful impact on students. Register at: bit.ly/40wJ3Ba
We’re now recruiting @AmeriCorps coaches to serve with College Possible Chicago in the 2024-25 program year! Are you a college senior or recent college graduate exploring your next steps? Apply today to make a meaningful difference for Chicago students: bit.ly/3QTd4I0
As we launch into the new program year, our coaches are busy guiding students as they apply to college and transition onto campus. Get to know three of College Possible Chicago’s @AmeriCorps coaches and learn why they are committed to supporting students: bit.ly/492xPrZ
Thank you for joining us last week for Change Through Degrees! Together, we raised nearly $30,000 in support of College Possible Chicago’s 1,800 students. Special thank you to our Auxiliary Board and sponsors for making this evening possible.
Change Through Degrees is tonight! If you haven’t RSVP’d yet, there is still time to purchase tickets or donate here: bit.ly/3ZKga3Z
We are excited to see you tonight!
Our Change Through Degrees Cocktail Party is just one week away! Have you secured your spot yet? To donate or purchase tickets, visit: CTD2023.givesmart.com
We can’t wait to see you there!
Last week, we welcomed our College Possible Chicago Auxiliary Board to our office to lead a professional development session for our @AmeriCorps members. Huge thank you to our Auxiliary Board members for lending their time and expertise!
We are excited to announce our Fourth Annual Change Through Degrees event! Join us on Oct. 12 to enjoy drinks and appetizers, bid on silent auction items and hear directly from College Possible students. Donate or purchase tickets here: CTD2023.givesmart.com
#BecauseofAmeriCorps, College Possible’s 1,800 Chicago students receive the support of an
@AmeriCorps coach to help them to and through college. #NationalService plays an essential role in helping students reach their potential in college and beyond. @Voices4Service
On this #911Day College Possible Chicago joined @ServeIllinois to honor the lives of those we lost on September 11. Our staff and @AmeriCorps members teamed up with hundreds of volunteers from across the city to pack meals for local food banks. #AmeriCorps#Volunteer#Service
It’s here: College Forward is now @CollPossibleTX, signaling the culmination of our 20 year partnership, merger and the team’s formal expansion statewide. Check out what this means, and why we couldn’t be more excited - Watch: bit.ly/3OYsjNG
Join us in welcoming our new team of 2023-24 @AmeriCorps coaches! We can’t wait to see the incredible impact they have on students this year. Learn more about how coaches prepare for a year of service here: bit.ly/3qFRFIm
We were honored to be a part of the @SoxCharities Grant Day celebration this past weekend! Thank you to the Chicago White Sox for hosting us for a fun day at the ballpark and for your support of our work. #CWSCGrantDay#WhiteSox