We were one of the earliest supporters of America Needs You (ANY), an organization that has achieved success in responding to the needs of first-generation college students and has received widespread foundation and corporate support. Since its launch in 2010, ANY has supported over 3,000 students nationally, with a majority of these students directly served through NYC-based programs. The program model offers intensive career development and leadership training, which enables high-potential, low-income, first-generation college students to persist in college, earn their degrees, and secure meaningful jobs in areas of interest.
To ensure year-over-year persistence and bachelor’s degree completion, ANY supports students as they transition from two-year to four-year colleges and throughout their post-secondary education. 96% of Fellows graduate from four-year institutions within 6 years and 82% of Fellows secure employment or enroll in grad school within 6 months of graduation.