First-generation students are making waves in their community; your support could help push the boundaries even further.

The lifecycle of a first-generation student doesn't start and end with getting a college degree.

Historically under-resourced, first-generation students struggle to navigate and afford the college admissions process. Once they're in college, they forge their own path without the support of generational wealth backing them. Entering the professional field, being a first-generation student never leaves you.

Join the movement to help first-generation students access education, obtain their degrees, and succeed post-graduation in the professional field.

At Barrier Breakers®, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, we have supported over 7,000 students on their path to higher education, with 95% of our students identifying as first-generation. These same students have been awarded over $490 million in scholarships.

Why It Matters:

The median household wealth of first-generation college graduates is nearly $100,000 less than continuing-generation graduates.
43% of first-generation professionals feel that they haven't learned communication skills for the professional world, compared to 9% of continuing-generation professionals.
First-generation college graduates are more likely to have incurred debt for their education than continuing-generation graduates.
First-generation students are 30% more likely to attend a less selective college than continuing-generation students.

How Your Support Makes Change:

Give first-generation students the ability to access discounted personalized college and law school admissions advising to have increased competitiveness and higher scholarship awards.
Strengthen mentorship and fellowship programs that focus on providing first-generation and marginalized students with the tools they need to succeed before, during, and after college.
Increase the Barrier Breakers® Scholarship Fund for tuition, application fees, mental health resources, test prep, and moving costs.
Provide a wealth of free and accessible resources to first-generation and marginalized students.
Support career advancement programs for first-generation students to earn job placement within six months of graduation from a college or law degree program.
Creating a supportive environment where first-generation professionals can network and share resources.

You are the missing piece to help these first-generation students break into the career they deserve. Join our movement today.

Have questions? Don't hesitate to reach out to use at hello@barrier-breakers.org! You can also learn more about our work and how to get involved with us on our website.

Join the First-Generation Movement to Break Barriers

By Barrier Breakers, Inc.

Join the First-Generation Movement to Break Barriers

First-generation students become first-generation professionals; your support helps them achieve success throughout their entire professional journey.