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Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin Awards Scholarships to 14 Breakthrough Recipients
Breakthrough is proud to celebrate a continued partnership with the Phi Beta Kappa Alumni Association of Greater Austin (PBKAAGA), which is helping expand access to higher education for our students. This year, PBKAAGA has awarded fourteen scholarships to outstanding...
Donor Spotlight: Michele Rosas at Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Rusche Foundation
For the Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Rusche Foundation, education has long been a cornerstone of its philanthropic vision — a value rooted in the belief, championed by previous generations, that opportunity begins with access to learning and support. As a Pathways to...
Breakthrough Student Voices on Capitol Hill: Why Pell Matters More Than Ever
In April, Breakthrough Central Texas traveled to Washington, D.C. for the National College Attainment Network (NCAN) Leadership Summit, joining hundreds of advocates from across the country committed to expanding college access and success. Building on the success of...
Funder Spotlight: Raising Travis County
We’re thrilled to announce that Breakthrough has received support from Raising Travis County (RTC), a voter-approved initiative expanding access to affordable child care and high-quality out-of-school time programs. This investment will support the enrollment of 300...
Donor Spotlight: Kate Harslem at The KLE Foundation
The KLE Foundation supports quality education for motivated students in underserved, economically disadvantaged communities by expanding access to college pathways and long-term academic success. Through its partnership with Breakthrough, the Foundation is helping...
Donor Spotlight: Elle Moody at Moody Foundation
For generations, the Moody Foundation has invested in strengthening communities across Texas — and today, that legacy continues through deep, intentional investment in expanding access to postsecondary success for students in Central Texas. As a Pathways to...