The CARES Act includes a $300 “above the line deduction” for all tax payers. If you pay taxes, you can deduct $300 in gifts to nonprofits, no matter what you earn. The new policy also lifts the existing 60% cap…
by Yasmine Flodin-Ali, AmeriCorps 2015–16 My first few months of coaching, Karla and I did not immediately click. She alternated throughout session between chatting with friends and staring off into space with a bored expression on her face. She scored…
For Website news article: College Possible relies on the generosity of our community to make our program a reality for the students we serve. The pandemic has posed a significant challenge to education equity and our work has never been…
"It’s critical to think beyond this difficult semester or year. Attending college now is about maintaining the energy required for graduating later. Momentum and continuity are key in ensuring students earn a degree." College Possible President Craig Robinson wrote an…
In November the NASPA Western Regional Conference was held, but this year it was done completely virtual. Joe Diggins, Catalyze partnership manager at College Possible, was able to present alongside faculty at partnering college California State University Stanislaus. The presentation…
Although Erik cared about his grades and wanted to succeed in high school, he never really imagined himself going to college. However, as his older sister explored her college options he tagged along with her and with each campus visit,…
“We’re thrilled to welcome a dynamic group of leaders to our advisory board during this crucial time to help amplify our mission and make it possible for our students to navigate the complex college process,” said Guadalupe Torres, executive director,…
Willamette University has recently increased their commitment to students’ college access and success through the expansion of their College Possible partnership. “I am incredibly excited for College Possible and Willamette University to be entering into this new level of partnership,”…
Over the course of their term of service, College Possible's AmeriCorps members write two Great Stories. Rachel Conway, senior coach at David Douglas High School 2019-20, shares her journey as an AmeriCorps member and the memories she had supporting students.…
The City Council of Philadelphia passed resolution no. 200608 recognizing College Possible Philadelphia and its first class of college graduates. The resolution highlighted the council’s "gratitude and appreciation for helping young students from low-income families achieve success in college." Executive…