Americanaccessinstitute

04/29/2025

Exciting news! We’re hosting a Train the Trainers event on Friday, May 16 at Findlay Toyota in Henderson — and we would love to see you there!

Join Dr. Pamela Donnelly and Executive Director Jane Saint for an interactive session where you’ll learn how our Catapult program helps empower teens with the skills and confidence they need for adulthood.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and mentoring the next generation, this event is for you.
Bring your laptop, iPad, or mobile device for live training.

RSVP to [email protected] — space is limited!

04/26/2025

Calling all Clark County educators and nonprofit leaders supporting foster and vulnerable teens

We are excited to host a Train the Trainers event on Thursday, May 16 at 2 PM at Findlay Toyota in Henderson NV. This is an incredible opportunity to learn about Catapult, a trauma informed career readiness program designed to empower teens ages 14 to 18 before they face risks like homelessness or trafficking.

If your organization works with youth in foster care or vulnerable teens, we would love for you to join us. You will see firsthand how Catapult can engage and support the teens you serve.

Space is limited. RSVP required.

Let’s break the cycle together.

For more information or to reserve your spot, message us on our American Access Institute page.

04/23/2025

Dressed for success, searching for direction.
She is like so many foster and vulnerable youth, ready to take on the world but unsure which way to go. At American Access Institute, we believe that no young person should feel stuck or left behind, no matter their past or the obstacles in front of them.

Even without a high school diploma or college degree, there is always a path forward. Through our Catapult Career Readiness Program, we help youth discover their strengths, build real world skills, and find opportunities they never thought possible.

It is not about where you come from, it is about where you are going. And we are here to guide the way.

Visit us at AmericanAccessInstitute.org to learn how we are changing futures, one young life at a time.

04/23/2025

American Access Institute (AAI) is proud to collaborate with USC’s Institute for Creative Technologies (ICT) as together we transform career readiness opportunities for foster youth. By combining AAI’s Catapult platform with ICT’s cutting-edge research in AI and immersive learning, we’re equipping foster and other vulnerable teens with the skills they need for career success.

In this video, discover how this collaboration is revolutionizing mentorship, education, and workforce readiness—ensuring foster and other vulnerable youth have the tools they need to develop the confidence to aspire.

📍 Learn more about how you can support this initiative.
🔗 https://americanaccessinstitute.org.


https://youtu.be/PFkhONszY0M?si=r-YzS5muKaNsG5Xu

American Access Institute (AAI) is proud to collaborate with USC’s Institute for Creative Technologies (ICT) as together we transform career readiness opport...

04/21/2025

To our community,

We’ve recently experienced a wave of spam and misinformation targeting American Access Institute’s page, including an attempt to deactivate our account. Thankfully, we were able to recover access this morning.

For those unfamiliar with our organization, American Access Institute is a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering career readiness for youth ages 14–18 who are in foster care or navigating vulnerable circumstances. Our programs are designed to provide support and guidance before these young people age out of the system—when many face increased risks of homelessness, trafficking, or incarceration.

Our financials, certifications, and mission are publicly available on our website at americanaccessinstitute.org, where we encourage anyone to learn more about our work. We’re a small but mighty team made up of professionals donating time, talent, and heart—not for profit, but for purpose.

To those offering encouragement and support, we’re incredibly grateful. For those spreading negativity, we ask for understanding and kindness. We’re here to help—not harm—and our focus remains on building a better future for the youth we serve.

With gratitude,
The AAI Team

04/21/2025

🌍 Finding the right mentor can change a student’s future—but what if mentorship could scale to reach every young person, no matter their background? American Access Institute is using AI-driven, conversational mentors through USC's MentorPal to bring career advice to Catapult students. Think of it as a virtual career fair where learners can engage with professionals in one-on-one chats or roundtable discussions. Watch how this game-changing tech breaks down barriers and expands access to career guidance. Learn more at americanaccessinstitute.org. 💡
https://youtu.be/I8E6IjKT0NI?si=oAEp5lpDRf0dqiXf

🌍 Finding the right mentor can change a student’s future—but what if mentorship could scale to reach every young person, no matter their background? America...

04/18/2025

Sending love from our hearts to the entire Florida State University community. In the face of tragedy, we extend our deepest prayers to the students, faculty, families, and all those impacted. May healing, support, and unity carry them through this difficult time.— With compassion,American Access Institute

04/17/2025

04/17/2025

Brains, heart, and a whole lot of passion in one room. Last night’s focus group felt like a mastermind session—PhDs, real estate moguls, casino insiders, nonprofit pros, finance wizards, marketing minds, a retired judge, and more all coming together with one shared goal: to uplift and grow American Access Institute.

We even had one very distinguished Scottish Terrier offering moral support and stealing hearts—proof that even our four-legged friends are invested in this mission!

We’re a young nonprofit with a bold mission—and thanks to our incredible volunteers, donors, and partners, year one was just the beginning. As we prepare to launch year two of Catapult, we’re building momentum, growing stronger, and staying rooted in impact.

Here’s to what happens when brilliant minds (and paws) come together with heart.