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Minds Matter

Minds Matter connects driven and determined students from low-income families with the people, preparation and possibilities to succeed in college, create their future, and change the world.

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Students Accepted Into Four-Year Colleges & Universities

Each day, Minds Matter is inspired by the commitment and drive of the students we serve. Our students choose to spend their Saturdays improving their academic abilities and preparing themselves for the future. They are determined and focused, and understand fully the value of higher education to their success.

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Real Solutions, Real Success

Mentoring means building trust and having a positive influence on someone where a void exists today.

- Michael, Minds Matter of the Twin Cities Mentor

Minds Matter understands that support is something that every student needs to succeed. We have more than just our mentors: we have a whole team.

- Jaelynne, Minds Matter of the Twin Cities Alumna

I am so grateful to Minds Matter for introducing me to the summer programs; without them, I don’t think my summer would have turned out to be one of the best in my life.

- Jesus, Minds Matter of Seattle Mentee

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Minds Matter Philadelphia featured on Fox Sports!

Thanks so much to Fox Sports for featuring our Minds Matter Philadelphia chapter! 👟 We’re so excited to see Minds Matter students on TV and so grateful for the continued support from the from the Jordan Brand Wings Youth Programs.

Give a Student a Life-Changing Summer

Every summer, Minds Matter places students in competitive academic programs at college campuses across the country and even the world.  Students are challenged with college-level coursework while experiencing life away from home—often for the first time. Beyond strengthening academic skills, summer programs help students imagine themselves on campus, learning and thriving.   For Minds Matter Colorado student Noah, his summer program experience not only expanded…

Help Students Write Their Own Futures

Minds Matter’s Writing & Critical Thinking program teaches students to analyze complex texts, build persuasive arguments, and craft compelling essays. But more than just another out-of-school tutoring program, Writing & Critical Thinking equips students with the tools to ask meaningful questions, explore thoughtful answers, and make sense of their place in the world. The Cleveland chapter of Minds Matter has rooted its…

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Our mentors work with their students through a three-year program from sophomore to senior year to prepare for college.

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