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What's happening at the Foundation.

Grant announcements, demo days, partner news, and stories from the young people building their own futures.

photo · $400K grant announcement
Featured · May 2026

Foundation secures $400K state workforce grant

New funding will underwrite 160 paid placements across the South Florida region over the next year — keeping every one free for the students who earn them.

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photo · demo day
Apr 2026 · Story

Spring cohort pitches 14 student-led ventures

From a tutoring marketplace to a custom-sticker shop — see what this cohort built.
photo · partner schools
Mar 2026 · News

Six new Hillsborough schools join the network

Counselors at six campuses can now refer students directly into our programs.
photo · mentor spotlight
Feb 2026 · Spotlight

Meet the mentors giving their evenings to it

A look at the professionals who show up, twice a month, for a young person.
photo · annual report
Jan 2026 · Report

2025 impact report: 500 placements and counting

Our fullest year yet, by the numbers — and what we're aiming for next.
photo · employer partner
Dec 2025 · News

Why this local agency hosts an intern every quarter

A partner employer on what they get back from opening a door.
photo · student story
Nov 2025 · Story

From shy applicant to founder in nine months

Maya's path through a mentorship, an internship, and a cohort of her own.

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