College Now

08/28/2026

🎓 Meet your College Now Success Coaches!

Starting college is a big step, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. Our Success Coaches will be there to support incoming first-year scholarship recipients every step of the way. Whether you have a question, need help overcoming a challenge or just want someone in your corner, your coach is here to help you succeed.

Get to know Bella Doyle, Melinda Dang, Haley Spangler-Mullen and Cornasia Sandford! Learn a little about each coach and the support they’ll provide as you begin your college journey. 💙

Learn more at cngc.org/coaching!

08/27/2026

WELCOME BACK, STUDENTS! 🥳

Get to know a few of the friendly faces here to help you succeed this year 📚✨

08/25/2026

We’ve seen firsthand how the right support transforms lives, which is why we provide resources, personalized advising, encouragement and a commitment to walk alongside middle and high school students throughout their educational journey.

Get connected with the guidance and support you need at cngc.org/findyouradvisor!

08/14/2026

Times have changed. Technology has evolved. But our mission remains exactly the same. 💎

We’re officially halfway through the countdown to College Now’s Diamond Anniversary! For 60 years, College Now has been there for students—helping them navigate their path to higher education and turn their dreams into reality.

We’ve come a long way, and there’s so much more ahead. Take a look back at where we’ve been and where we’re headed next.

Learn more: https://collegenowgc.org/60th-anniversary-home/

08/11/2026

Yesterday, the College Now team came together at Tri-C Metro Campus for our annual Staff Kick-Off!

It was a great day to reconnect, reflect on the impact of our work and look ahead to the year to come. Staff heard updates from CEO Dr. Michele Scott Taylor, joined an inspiring conversation with Dr. Maurice Stinnett, and had some fun with a College Now edition of "Family Feud" and an afternoon spelling bee.

We’re heading into the new school year feeling energized, connected and ready for what’s ahead—including an especially exciting year as we celebrate College Now’s 60th Anniversary! 💎

08/11/2026

College Now is proud to recognize the PNC Foundation for its generous $25,000 grant that will help Northeast Ohio students and families access the guidance, resources and financial aid counseling they need to make informed decisions about their educational and career pathways.

Through this important partnership, PNC Foundation and College Now continue to expand educational opportunity, strengthen the region's talent pipeline and help more Northeast Ohio students pursue higher education. We are grateful to the PNC Foundation for its commitment to creating pathways to brighter futures for our community.

07/30/2026

Back-to-school season is just around the corner! 🎒✏️

We're proud to help spread the word about the 2026 Cleveland Back to School Festival on Saturday, Aug. 8, hosted by the City of Cleveland and Cleveland Metropolitan School District.

Families can pick up free school supplies and books, enjoy free haircuts, explore hands-on activities, and connect with organizations offering valuable community resources—all to help students start the school year ready to succeed.

Learn more: https://www.clevelandmetroschools.org/external-affairs/family-and-community-engagement/2026-back-to-school-festival?fbclid=IwY2xjawTYOadleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFmT3d6MW5iaHFsb25UTkpUc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHiBlbTFyfnDl4BKFZgBwOdK425jKsyX-7aiJ4u7-pVbPwUwLZWqNZYZSZj51_aem_G2WJlZq2GS-l_Xn_a7UdvA

07/28/2026

Thank you to The Louise H. and David S. Ingalls Foundation for a generous and impactful $20,000 grant supporting College Now's adult learners, helping them explore career pathways, access higher education and achieve their educational and professional goals. We're grateful for The Foundation's commitment to creating opportunity and strengthening our community.

07/28/2026

We firmly believe that helping students develop a college- and career-going mindset starts with exposing them to campus environments and connecting them with current college students who can share their experiences firsthand.

Because if you can see it, you can achieve it.

College Now and CMSD collaborated to host free college tours and workshops in summer 2026 for Cleveland students in grades 6 through 12.