Parents of the HS Class of 2024 (Part 2)

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Yes on Scholarmatch! We had this thread which identified some other organizations:

Volunteer to Help First Generation College Students

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 backgro…