We offer mentoring, summer experiential learning, and support during the critical transition from high school to post-secondary education through to launching a fulfilling career.

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How much does all this cost?

Summer Search is fully-funded and free!

(Hey, grown folks! Donate here to uplift Summer Searchers and our communities.)

 

Your Communities.

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Bay Area

Since our 1990 launch in San Francisco, California, 3,982 young people from the Bay Area have become Summer Searchers.

In 2023, 98 percent of our high school seniors graduated on time or early; 97 percent were accepted to college.

Flying hyphy!

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Next Up: Boston

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Boston

Since launching in 1996, 2,545 young people from The Hub have become Summer Searchers.

In 2023, 99 percent of our high school seniors graduated on time or early; 99 percent were accepted to college.

#BostonStrong

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Next Up: New York

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New York

Summer Search in The City launched in 2003; since then, we’ve had the privilege of serving 1,341 Summer Searchers.

In 2023, 100 percent of our high school seniors graduated on time or early and 92 percent continued their education into a four-year/community college or vocational school.

Fly state of mind!

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Next Up: Philadelphia

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Philadelphia

In 2008, Summer Search launched in The City of Neighborhoods; over the next 15 years, 479 young people from Philly have become Summer Searchers.

In 2023, 100 percent of our high school seniors earned their diplomas!

Big Philly style!

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Next Up: Seattle

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Seattle

Looking down at the fog since 2003, 692 young people from Jet City have become Summer Searchers.

In 2023, 97 percent of our high school seniors graduated as 89 percent continued their education in a four-year or community college.

Emeralds up!

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Next Up: Bay Area

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"Summer Search taught me authenticity, self-determination, and agency."

— Kati, Boston Alumna

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"[The 2023 Alumni Summit & Leadership Conference] was exciting! It was invigorating, and I'm looking forward to the future. "

— Mykala, Philly Alumna

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"Because [Summer Search] provided me with opportunities I wouldn't have known about otherwise."

— David, Seattle Alum & Staff

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"There's something so wonderful about the Summer Search community where, aside from challenging you to grow, you are just always welcomed with open arms, and feel right at home."

— Dariela, NYC Alumna & Staff Alumna

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"Because we're looking for students like you that want to grow, that want to challenge themselves, that wanna get it put in a new environment and learn. That's WHY!"

— Chano, Bay Area Alum

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Collaborate.

Interested in supporting Summer Searchers and our Communities? Whoever you are, you have something to contribute!

The Summer Search community stands strong and moves with purpose. Whether financially, becoming a Mentor, through volunteering or Board work, or maybe Program partnership, there’s a place for you.

Explore Partnerships

Why Summer Search?

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"Because we're looking for students like you that want to grow, that want to challenge themselves, that wanna get it put in a new environment and learn. That's WHY!"

— Chano, Bay Area Alum

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"Because you get to go to places like here!"

— Philip, Seattle Staff

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"Summer Search allows me to feel so connected with my community all while being a part of something much bigger than myself."

— Fatoumata, NYC Summer Searcher

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"You'll get to meet new people, have new experiences, and get to know yourself better."

— Megan, National Staff

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"This team believe our students deserve the best and the highest quality program, and I witness them deliver that every single day. So for that, I am grateful."

— Hermese, Boston Alumna & Staff

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"Why Summer Search? You should do Summer Search for your peers, family, friends, and siblings, to set an example, and to live a better life."

— Noe, Seattle Summer Seacher

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"if you're looking for a community that truly got your back and wants you to be you as you are, come on over to Summer Search."

— Michael, Seattle Staff

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"If you express what you want outta life, Summer Search has your back."

— Diane, Former Boston Staff

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"Summer Search opens a doorway to new opportunities and possibilities."

— Harmony, Seattle Summer Searcher

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"You should join Summer Search because you'll have a fun time and make good connections. "

— Jehan, Seattle Summer Searcher

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"There's something so wonderful about the Summer Search community where, aside from challenging you to grow, you are just always welcomed with open arms, and feel right at home."

— Dariela, NYC Alumna & Staff Alumna

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"Summer Search has given me the courage to do anything that I put my mind up to it"

— Jana, NYC Summer Searcher

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Stay Connected

Sign up for stories, voices, and inspiration from the Summer Search Community .If you are a prospective Summer Searcher (or family to a prospective Summer Searcher) and looking for more information about joining our program, please visit our APPLY page.

 

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