Ivory Bridges Foundation

Ivory Bridges Foundation provides a pathway to an equitable future for first-generation college seniors by supporting them through a year of enrichment and intention. This economic reality poses stifling barriers for the financial and professional development of students who are the first in their families to attend college. At Ivory Bridges, we find this gap unacceptable. We believe that students who are the first in their families to graduate from college should obtain a strong return on investment from their college degrees. We help turn what has traditionally been a year of stress into a year of enrichment and intention by building healthy financial habits, providing dedicated career and wellness coaches, and creating community and networking opportunities. Each year, we select a small cohort of resourceful, talented, and ambitious first-generation college seniors who will go on to make prominent contributions to society. Each fellow embodies the resilience, diligence, and trailblazing spirit of those who are the first in their families to graduate from college. Our fellows receive:
-An $8,000 scholarship
-Access to a 100% savings-match challenge up to $2,000
-Meetings with a dedicated career coach to outline and nourish career goals
-Access to financial and wellness coaches to build healthy financial habits and a strong sense of self
-A supportive community of like-minded individuals and access to networking opportunities