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We’re proud to announce that L.E.E.P TO COLLEGE FOUNDATION, Inc. has been selected by the LEARN Foundation Board to receive funding through their 2025 Intergenerational Programs Grant. This support will help launch our newest initiative—Generations Forward: An Intergenerational College and Career Readiness Initiative—a bold and inclusive effort to connect youth and older adults through shared learning, mentorship, and storytelling.

This October, L.E.E.P TO COLLEGE FOUNDATION, Inc. proudly launched its dynamic Leadership Labs and Civic Labs—two transformative spaces where youth step into their power, sharpen their voices, and lead with purpose.

We’re proud to announce that L.E.E.P TO COLLEGE FOUNDATION, Inc. has been selected by the LEARN Foundation Board to receive funding through their 2025 Intergenerational Programs Grant. This support will help launch our newest initiative—Generations Forward: An Intergenerational College and Career Readiness Initiative—a bold and inclusive effort to connect youth and older adults through shared learning, mentorship, and storytelling.

This summer, L.E.E.P TO COLLEGE FOUNDATION, Inc. ignited curiosity, creativity, and college readiness through a series of dynamic programs for students in grades 6–12. Hosted at American University and the University of Maryland, College Park, these experiences gave students hands-on exposure to STEM, entrepreneurship, and media production—while building the confidence and skills needed for future success.

We proudly launch 10 Minutes for MEE (Motivational, Educational, and Empowerment)! 4th Saturdays of the month, through September, at 10:10 a.m.! For only 10 minutes (no more or less), participants will interact and engage with educators, psychologists, social workers, and community and corporate partners for 10 minutes virtually. Each session will provide insight, themes, and topics to motivate, empower, and educate our youth. This initiative is designed for middle, high school, and college students and those who care for them.

L.E.E.P To College Foundation (L2C) provides direct and in-direct service learning opportunities. Service learning for youth provides a range of benefits including developing a sense of social responsibility, enhancing critical thinking and communication skills, boosting self-esteem, fostering leadership abilities, gaining practical experience related to community issues, and promoting a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives within their community; essentially, it helps young people become more engaged citizens while building valuable life skills. The L2C Dream B.I.G. Podcast Service Team is one of four service learning opportunities offered by the organization. The Podcast is led and produced by the L2C Scholars and mentors.