Help Support Bro/Sis' College Students
This year we will be sending another cohort of young people off to a range of colleges and universities across the country.  

Unfortunately, getting them to college is only half the battle. College freshmen have a 30% dropout rate.  Sadly, finances play a big role.  38% of students cannot afford to stay in school, and 71% have necessary jobs that prevent them from completing their education.  Many times, it's the costs beyond tuition that can hold a student back - such as room and board, books and supplies, meals, travel costs, etc.  At Bro/Sis, we understand this challenge, and proactively seek to alleviate the financial barriers that our predominately first generation college bound members routinely face.    
 
The first year of college can be exhilarating and also overwhelming.  The last thing a student should have to worry about are the financial obstacles that can derail their education.  

That is why we are asking you to help us make our college bound seniors first-year in school a little easier, by ensuring that they have all the resources and tools they need to succeed.  

How You Can Help
 
$2,500

Provides funds to help supplement educational loans and scholarships to keep one student in college.
$1,000

Pays for a laptop for one college bound senior.
$500

Pays for transportation costs for one young person to get to and from school for holiday and summer breaks.
$150

Pays for a care package full of dorm essentials for one student to begin college on the right foot.
$50

Pays for a gift card for one young  person to purchase school supplies.
Over 85% of our membership successfully enter and graduate from college.
Our seniors will participate in our CAP Bootcamp this summer and will get a head start on their college applications
Our seniors participate in college tours to 12 to 15 diverse institutions.
    
About Our College Advisory Program
Through our College Advisory Program (CAP) our members receive individualized support and guidance, gain access to SAT preparation, attend college fairs where Bro/Sis alumni share their college experiences, attend workshops on the college process, and receive assistance with their application, personal statements and essays.  Membership participate in tours to 12 to 15 diverse institutions, which gives them exposure to different options for college.  CAP also provides alumni support designed to ensure our members continue their studies and graduate.  This includes laptops and financial support for school supplies and fees.  In addition, each summer we help place dozens of our alumni in summer jobs.
The Brotherhood/Sister Sol
212.283.7044 | [email protected] | www.brotherhood-sistersol.org