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BREAKTHROUGH BENEFIT CONCERT

Join us for an evening of music and inspiration featuring delicious bites and drinks, a silent auction, student storytelling, a high-energy concert by Swimming with Bears, and a DJ dance party as we raise funds to support students on the path to and through college with Breakthrough—tickets and sponsorships available now!

BREAKTHROUGH BEHIND THE SCENES

Join us on December 13 to learn about our innovative, long-term approach to creating first-generation college graduates, meet alumni and program leadership, and hear about ways to make a difference for our Breakthrough students and community.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Support the Class of 2025 as they begin their college application process! Support students by reviewing the writing portions of their college applications, with activities including: meeting students in-person once a week, offering feedback, editing essays, researching deadlines and more. Interested in volunteering?

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

James Carter, Columbia University, PhD, 2023

“I think often of the quote that says ‘talent is equally dispersed but opportunity is not’ and I think opportunity to achieve as much as I’ve been able to is in part because of the support and advocacy I’ve received from Breakthrough over the last 15 or so years.”

Breakthrough is the leading college access and success nonprofit in Central Texas.

For more than 20 years, we have partnered with thousands of middle and high school students who aspire to be the first in their family to graduate with a degree or certificate. We make a radical, long-term commitment to students, to and through college, unlocking the power of education and a lifetime of opportunity. We support the whole student with personalized services, work closely with community partners, campuses, and employers, and advocate for our students with lawmakers.

Nearly 60% of Breakthrough students graduate with a diploma or certificate, compared to 15% of high school graduates from low-income communities in our region.

Spotlight: ABJ Women in Business Awards Finalist

A native Austinite and fierce advocate for aspiring first-generation college graduates like herself, Christina became involved with Breakthrough Central Texas in 2014. Her involvement with the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce connected her directly to local communities impacted by the organization, and the organization’s mission of helping students realize postsecondary success so deeply resonated that Christina quickly became a champion for Breakthrough students.

Spotlight: ABJ Women in Business Awards Finalists

Revlynn Lawson is a Breakthrough Central Texas supporter and board member, and as a first-generation graduate herself is deeply tied to our mission of helping students become the first in their family to earn a college degree. As we grow and expand, we identified a need for individuals with policy making experience, and as an advocate who lobbies for education, Revlynn has been a perfect fit at Breakthrough Central Texas.

ABJ Women in Business Awards Nominee: Aileene Rosales

Aileene Rosales began her long-term journey with Breakthrough Central Texas 15 years ago, in 2009, not as an employee as a sixth-grade student curious about what it would take to become the first person in her family to graduate college.

Breakthrough Advocates and Long-time Supporters Honored as outstanding Philanthropic Foundation of the Year

Breakthrough Advocate and Long-time Supporter Honored as Outstanding Philanthropic Foundation of the Year by Greater Austin's Association of Fundraising Professionals The Michael and Alice Kuhn FoundationBreakthrough is excited to announce that the Michael and Alice...

Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin Awards Scholarships to 7 Breakthrough Recipients

The Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin (PBKAAGA) has always been committed to the encouragement and promotion of academic excellence in our community, and this year is no different.  Since 1999, the Association has awarded scholarships to graduating...

How One Volunteer is Fueling the Future for First-Gen Students

"I believe education is a fundamental right and a cause worth championing. I participate because I want to make a tangible difference in the lives of students and families. Amplify Austin provides a platform to amplify the impact of Breakthrough by mobilizing the...

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