Nov 17, 2025
My name is Da’Keona Jones, an Austin native through and through. I am a proud first-generation college graduate from Texas State University. I’m here to tell you how Breakthrough shined the light on doors my family and I had yet to discover. A bit about me: I...
Nov 13, 2025
My name is Jeremiah Thompson. Now, let’s all go on a journey together. Think back to that weird time called sixth grade. Do you remember that? I got a picture taken the moment Breakthrough came into my life in May 2013, and I was an awkward, gangly, insecure 6th...
Nov 5, 2025
Social Media The Breakthrough Central Texas community is invited to show their first-gen pride through social media platforms on First-Gen College Celebration Day on November 8. We invite you to share your support and recognize the experiences of first-generation...
Oct 8, 2025
Dear Breakthrough Community, On behalf of our Board of Trustees, campaign leadership, and staff, I am thrilled to announce a historic milestone for Breakthrough Central Texas: the public launch of our Pathways to Opportunity Campaign. Through this $30 million...
Sep 19, 2025
Become a Friend of First Gen First-Generation College Celebration Day advances an asset-based national narrative on first-generation student experiences and outcomes. On November 8, become a Friend of First-Gen! Every month, Breakthrough’s Friends of First Gen make it...
