Who are the students receiving Farther Foundation grants?
Farther Foundation supports students from some of the most under-resourced and isolated communities in and around Chicago. Many come from one parent households. Most will be the first in their family to attend college. Yet, they distinguish themselves through academic achievement and participation in extracurricular support programs targeted toward college enrollment and career success. What they often lack is the knowledge about enrichment opportunities and the resources to take advantage of them – knowledge and resources that give focus and direction to ambition and are commonly available in wealthier communities.
Demographics
Average family income: $31,500
Female: 64%
Male: 36%
Latino: 58%
African American: 34%
Unique home zip codes: 62
High schools attended: 70
Neighborhood Tiers of our students
Where have their programs taken them?
Countries: 41
Continents: 6
States: 27
Colleges and universities: 31
“I feel that I left half of myself in Ecuador — the part of me that would always hold me back from doing amazing things.”
Travel is singular in its ability to open the eyes and unbind the aspirations of students whose experiences rarely escape the boundaries of their own neighborhoods. Your tax-deductible contributions make these opportunities a reality for deserving students.