Fund a Dream
The Case for Giving
Since its founding in 1997, College Track has supported the educational journeys of thousands of first-generation college students. Our scholars earn their bachelor’s degrees at 3x the rate of their first-generation peers, and go on to become scientists, engineers, teachers, artists, and activists, finding solutions to our most pressing problems and creating a future in which we all flourish.
Your investment lights the way for our scholars to pursue the lives of opportunity, choice, purpose, and power that they deserve. Together, we can amplify the talent within our communities and inspire a movement towards educational equity across the nation.
Your one time donation
Show your dedication to our nation’s youth. Just one gift can make the difference for a student as they embark on their journey to and through college.
Your monthly donation
Join our community of loyal supporters uplifting College Track students all year long. Take pride knowing each month your gift is paving the way for the next generation of leaders in our communities.
See how your gift helps our students earn their college degree and a seat at the table in the 21st century workforce.
The Gift of Today
$100
Your gift of $100 supports the supplies, one-on-one learning and small group academic work in the areas of math, literacy, and critical thinking skills.
The Gift of Preparation
$500
Your gift of $500 supports services like ACT/SAT prep to ensure students can reach their best score and help set the stage for their academic careers.
The Gift of Knowledge
$1000
Your gift of $1,000 supports services like college tours and scholarships, providing students with life-changing experiences and resources.
The Gift of Tuition
$2500
Your gift of $2,500 represents the average need-based scholarship awarded to a College Track student for the academic year.
The Clifford Johnson Memorial Fund
The Clifford Johnson Memorial Fund for College Track Students of Prince George’s County honors the life and legacy of Cliff Johnson, a compassionate advocate for education and equity. A proud native of Prince George’s County, Cliff was in his element at the head of a classroom, where he felt most rewarded by empowering young people to learn, grow, and thrive.
The Joe K. Gardner Memorial Fund
The Joe K. Gardner Memorial Fund honors the legacy of College Track Site Director, Joe K. Gardner, and the indelible impact on College Track scholars and the people with and for whom he did this work. Contributions will support emergency funds for College Track scholars, which provide vital resources to ensure that our students remain on track to earn their bachelor’s degree, despite unexpected financial hardships. Funds will be used to cover crucial, unforeseen expenses that would otherwise pose significant roadblocks in our scholars’ ability to persist through college, including housing, food, medical, tuition, transportation, and technology.
We’re in good company.
Year after year, we are able to do this work in partnership with foundations, corporations, and generous individuals who share our vision of a brighter future for America’s youth.
We invite you to join us in making an investment that will leave an indelible mark in the lives of our students, the stability of our communities, and the prosperity of our country-at-large.
