Meet Isabella... A First-Generation Dream Realized
As a non-traditional student living away from home, Isabella once believed college was out of reach. The financial aid process felt overwhelming, and the cost of tuition seemed impossible to overcome.
That changed when she connected with FuturesNW’s Pathways Navigation Support program. With our guidance, she not only secured the aid she needed but also earned the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship, a life-changing award she didn’t even know existed.
“This isn’t just for me. You’ve helped three generations of my family. My parents and grandparents wanted to pass along their thanks, too.”
Your support makes stories like Isabella’s possible. As Giving Tuesday approaches, we invite you to help more students access the same life-changing opportunities.
Support FuturesNW Students This Giving Season
Across Whatcom and Skagit counties, FuturesNW helps students navigate the path from high school to college and career. But recent statewide budget cuts have put that journey at risk. Our Pathways Navigation Support program, which provides direct guidance, financial aid support, and post-secondary planning, has faced deep reductions.
With Giving Tuesday just around the corner, we’re launching our Virtual Giving Campaign and inviting our community to help us reach our $5,000 goal to keep these pathways open.
Give by Giving Tuesday to ensure no student walks this path alone.
Our Students Are Leading the Way
In response to funding cuts, we’re introducing Peer Navigators: high school students trained to help their peers apply for financial aid, complete college applications, and stay motivated along the way. Their leadership reminds us that community is the strongest resource we have.