Programs
What young people do and when.
Four stages
- 1
Foundations
Grades 6 to 8
What they build
A budget starter, a trusted-adult map, and a map of opportunity in their neighborhood
- 2
Exploration
Grades 9 to 10
What they build
A resume, a mentor connection, career pathway comparisons, and an understanding of a paystub
- 3
Mastery
Grades 11 to 12
What they build
A scholarship or job packet, benefits analysis, postsecondary return on investment, and a 5- or 10-year roadmap
- 4
Transition-Age
Ages 18 to 24
What they build
An independent living budget, 30-60-90 day check-ins, and leadership as a near-peer mentor
Summer Accelerator
Six weeks, 24 instructional days, 96 hours. Weeks cover the Baltimore legacy, wealth fundamentals, creative entrepreneurship, social capital and power, a personal generational plan, and a showcase.
Week 1
The Baltimore Legacy
Week 2
Wealth Fundamentals
Week 3
Creative Entrepreneurship
Week 4
Social Capital & Power
Week 5
Personal Generational Plan
Week 6
Showcase
School-Year Continuation
Three touchpoints a month, September through May: a First Saturday workshop, a Second Saturday lab or exposure visit, and a monthly virtual checkpoint.
Level-Up Mentors
Older youth and alumni can earn Level-Up Mentor Certification and mentor younger participants, always with an adult present.
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Space is limited to 60 and based on funded capacity. Join the interest list.