Thanks to @Mwfan1921 I learned about Scholar Match, an organization that supports underserved youth become the first generation to attend and graduate from college.
Below is some information from the program:
Thank you for your interest in our Volunteer Program! ScholarMatch is currently recruiting individuals with college degrees who would like to volunteer for our 2022-23 Destination College Program. As a student-centered organization serving over 93% of teens of color, we are committed to seeking, prioritizing, and learning from potential volunteers who identify as first-generation college students, people of color, and/or LGBTQI individuals.
What you’ll do:
- Mentor students remotely from your home
What you’ll commit to:
- A yearlong commitment to help high school seniors through the college application process
- Approximately 4-6 hours per month to advise students on specific topics related to the college application process
- Completing our online trainings and passing a background check
Sign up!
- Our registration for new volunteers opened on April 1st You can register HERE
Thank you for your interest in supporting first-generation students to achieve their higher education dreams!
Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reply to this message, or email advising@scholarmatch.org. We look forward to hearing from you!