Guiding Futures to Success

Guided Futures is a mission-driven movement dedicated to ensuring that underserved youth receive the mentorship, education, and career opportunities they need to succeed. Too many students from low-income backgrounds are left without the guidance, financial resources, or career exposure necessary to break free from systemic barriers. This program is designed to change that reality by providing hands-on mentorship, academic support, and professional development to help students stay in school, graduate, and secure meaningful careers.

Every dollar raised will be directly allocated to initiatives that create real, measurable impact. Funds will go toward securing job placements for college graduates, ensuring they transition into successful careers. Scholarships and dorming assistance will eliminate financial obstacles that often force students to drop out before completing their degrees. Career exposure trips will take students to NBA arenas, music labels, aviation training centers, Fortune 500 companies, and media studios, giving them firsthand experiences that inspire them to dream bigger and pursue careers in industries they never thought possible.

Guided Futures believes in rewarding commitment. Both mentors and mentees will receive stipends for actively engaging in workshops, leadership programs, and training that prepare them for success. The program will provide branded apparel to foster unity and pride among participants. A permanent headquarters in New York City will be established to serve as a hub for mentorship sessions, skill-building workshops, and career coaching. To ensure that travel is never a barrier to opportunity, funds will also cover charter buses and plane tickets for college visits, networking events, and corporate field trips.

To operate effectively, the program requires a dedicated staff committed to ensuring that students receive the highest level of support. Payroll will fund key leadership positions, including program directors, summer session coordinators, and mentorship supervisors who will oversee the daily operations and long-term impact of Guided Futures. The board of directors and summer leadership team will ensure that every aspect of the program is strategically planned and executed to deliver maximum results.

Guided Futures is more than a program; it is an investment in the future of thousands of young people who deserve a real chance at success. With your help, we can remove the financial and systemic barriers that have held them back for generations. This is an opportunity to be part of something truly transformative. Your donation will directly impact lives by ensuring that students graduate, find careers, and become leaders in their communities.

This is bigger than just mentorship. This is about changing the future. Donate today and be the reason a young person achieves their dreams.

In the neighborhoods of Jamaica and Far Rockaway, Queens, young people are facing a crisis that too many overlook. Poverty rates in Far Rockaway stand at 22%, with some areas like Edgemere reaching as high as 28.6%. The struggles extend beyond finances—only 28.7% of Far Rockaway residents over the age of 25 hold a post-secondary degree, compared to 42.6% citywide. In Jamaica, 24.4% of adults never earned a high school diploma, a rate significantly higher than the city average. These statistics reveal a harsh reality: students in these communities are being left behind with little hope for a better future.

Many of these students grow up in neighborhoods plagued by underfunded schools, limited access to career resources, and a lack of mentorship. Without guidance, exposure, and financial support, their chances of breaking out of generational poverty diminish. Too many young people in Jamaica and Far Rockaway are forced to give up on their education, take low-paying jobs, or fall into dangerous cycles because no one has shown them that more is possible. Guided Futures is here to change that.

Guided Futures is not just about mentorship; it is about action. Students in our program will receive direct mentorship from professionals in fields such as aviation, media, sports, technology, and business. They will have access to tutoring, scholarships, and educational support to ensure they not only graduate high school but also enter college or trade programs with a real chance at success. Career exposure trips will take students beyond their blocks to NBA arenas, music studios, YouTube headquarters, Fortune 500 offices, and aviation centers, introducing them to worlds they never imagined for themselves.

To make this vision a reality, funding is needed to cover scholarships, dorming assistance, and stipends for both mentees and mentors who dedicate their time to the program. The program will provide financial assistance for educational materials and support for young parents who are trying to continue their education. A permanent headquarters in New York City will serve as a home base for mentorship meetings, skill-building workshops, and networking events. No student should have to forgo an opportunity because they cannot afford transportation, which is why funds will also cover travel costs, including charter buses and plane tickets, to ensure they can participate in every opportunity available to them.

Guided Futures is committed to making real change, but we cannot do it alone. This is not about charity; this is about investing in the future of young people who have been ignored for too long. Every dollar donated goes directly toward programs designed to uplift, educate, and empower students in Jamaica and Far Rockaway. With your support, we can ensure that these students graduate, secure meaningful careers, and become leaders who inspire the next generation.

The crisis is real, but so is the solution. Your donation today creates a future where no student is forced to give up on their dreams. Be part of the change. Donate now.

Yearly Breakdown of Investments & Funding

Guided Futures will be implemented in phases over 10 years, ensuring that funding is allocated efficiently for housing, mentorship, career development, and student support services.

Year

Year 1 (2025-2026)

$19,510,000

Dorm setup ($5.78M) Freshmen Mentorship Program ($4.16M) Building lease ($8.4M) Career services staff ($1M) Transportation & travel stipends ($1.17M) Branding, marketing & student apparel ($500K)

Year 2 (2026-2027)

$7,540,000

Mentorship expansion ($1.5M) Career services ($1M) Student stipends & travel ($930K) Career exposure trips ($680K) Utilities & maintenance ($500K)

Year 3-4 (2027-2029)

$6,690,000

STEM program expansion ($580K) Industry internships & networking ($1.2M) Mentee stipends ($500K) College & career trips ($1.3M) Housing & financial aid sustainability ($3M)

Year 5-6 (2029-2031)

$5,400,000

Mentorship salaries ($1.5M) Corporate career partnerships ($1.5M) Student wellness & support ($1M) Housing sustainability & expansion ($1.4M)

Year 7-10 (2031-2035)

$2,450,000

National program expansion ($1.5M) Alumni career networking & job placement ($500K) Research & student success tracking ($450K)

The Guided Futures Dormitory Initiative: A Timely Opportunity

A major component of Guided Futures’ long-term impact is our student housing initiative.

Why Now?

The new dorm facility offering us space has hundreds of unused units, making this a perfect time to secure a cost-effective housing deal for both now and in the future.

By locking in affordable dorm rates now, Guided Futures will set the foundation for sustainable student housing for years to come.

With the demand for affordable student housing increasing, securing this deal today ensures that future students won’t face housing insecurity while pursuing their education.

How the Dorm Program Works?

100 dorm units will be secured at $2,400 per month for six years, providing housing for 200 students annually.

Students will be vetted for acceptance into the Guided Futures Dorm Scholarship Program, which will help cover costs for those most in need.

The dorm scholarship will help students from underserved backgrounds focus on their education instead of worrying about rent.

Beyond the initial funding period, Guided Futures will work with financial aid offices, government programs, and private scholarships to ensure that future students can secure housing through FAFSA, Pell Grants, and institutional aid.

How This Benefits the Community?

This initiative will help the college increase its retention rates and fill unused housing units that would otherwise go vacant.

Providing affordable student housing will drive economic benefits to the surrounding community by keeping students in the area longer, spending on local businesses, and engaging with local services.

The program will reduce homelessness and housing insecurity among college students, which has been proven to increase graduation rates and career success.

The Measurable Impact of Guided Futures..

Housing & College Retention

✔ Students who live in dorms are 40% more likely to graduate on time.

✔ Students in stable housing see a 25% increase in GPA compared to commuter students.

✔ Colleges with strong housing programs see an enrollment increase of 10-15% within five years.

Mentorship & Career Readiness

✔ 75% of students with mentors report higher confidence, better grades, and stronger career readiness.

✔ Students with career exposure programs are twice as likely to secure employment in their field after graduation.

Reducing Dropout Rates

✔ 30% of first-year college students drop out due to financial or housing insecurity.

✔ Guided Futures aims to cut this number in half by providing stable housing, mentorship, and career training.

Why Investors Should Support Guided Futures

✔ Transformative Impact – Your investment directly funds student housing, career training, and long-term mentorship.

✔ Sustainable Growth Model – Dorm scholarships will pave the way for future students to access financial aid rather than relying solely on donations.

✔ Direct Economic & Social Benefits – This program will increase college retention rates, drive community engagement, and provide real-world career skills.

✔ Scalability & Expansion – The Guided Futures model is designed to grow, helping more students, colleges, and communities in the future.

Investors can choose to fund specific initiatives or support the program as a whole.

Funds will be immediately used to establish mentorship, housing, and career support services.

Invest in Guided Futures Today

Join us in creating an opportunity-driven future for students by providing the mentorship, housing, and career support they need to succeed.

For sponsorship opportunities, funding contributions, or more details, contact us today! ​​