Who We Are

Summer Search is a national nonprofit dedicated to igniting the potential of high school students from under-resourced communities.

Through long-term, fully funded support—including professional mentorship and transformative experiential learning—we equip young people with the skills, confidence, and networks to navigate life’s challenges, pursue higher education and career opportunities, and lead lives of purpose.

How We Make A Difference

Through professional mentorship and hands-on outdoor and experiential learning opportunities, we are closing the educational inequity and opportunity gap by empowering young people to lead lives of purpose and chart their own path to success.

Our Mission

Summer Search ignites students’ potential through mentoring and transformative experiences.

Our Vision

We envision a world where all young people, regardless of circumstances, have the opportunity to thrive and lead a life of purpose.

See our Impact

Each year, we grow together in reach, outcomes, and community.
Check out the milestones Summer Searchers are reaching and see the latest in our Annual Report and alumni survey.

of the Class of 2024 earned high school diplomas.

earned a Bachelor's Degree within

compared to 21% of their peers.

are employed within

of earning their highest degree.

Summer Searchers graduate with less than

* Compared to average borrowers between the ages of 25-34 years with an average debt of $33,260

Take Part in Our Mission

Take Part
in Our Mission

We’re always looking for passionate people who believe in the power of transforming students into young leaders.

If you’re ready to make an impact as part of our team while growing alongside a mission-driven program — we’d love to hear from you.

Behind every student is a dedicated team of staff, mentors, and community partners who believe in their potential and work tirelessly to provide the support they need to succeed.

Jillian Lacey

Program Operations Coordinator

Sam Larkan

Director of Development

Liz Lavoie

Donor Relations Manager

limones shelby

Senior Institutional Partnerships Manager

Shelby Lewis

Manager of Development Data Systems

Austin Lim

Post-Secondary Mentor

Christy Mathurin, LMSW

Director of Program Partnership

Kristie Loftus

Managing Director of Development

Becks Loo

Donor Communications & Events Manager

Melanie Lyons

Learning & Development Partner, Talent Team

Libby Magalhaes

Director of Program Operations

Reyana Maguad

Senior Program Operations Coordinator | Bay Area

Cristina Mang

Director of Marketing & Development

Michael Marcus

Director of Data & Analytics

Alexandra Martinez

Post-Secondary Mentor

Melissa McLeod

National Director of Strategic Partnerships

Melany Cortés Mederos

Post-Secondary Mentor

Michel-Lé Meranda

Post-Secondary Mentor

Brian Mertens

Regional Program Director

Theo Molloy

Director of Development | Philadelphia

Wanda Montañez

Managing Director of Programs

Christian Moore

Workforce Manager

Amanda Moretz

Associate Director of Development

Janique Morrison

Post-Secondary Mentor

Angel Munguia

Post-Secondary Mentor

Destyne Oakley

High School Mentor

Ayomide Olugbemi

High School Mentor

Trisha Paulino

High School Mentor

Julián Pérez

Senior Post-Secondary Mentor

Sheakira Perry-West

Senior High School Program Manager

Pierre Skaina

High School Mentor

Samanta Pimentel

School and Community Engagement Coordinator

Valerie Polanco

Senior Director of Development

Jaylin Prescott

Senior Program Operations Coordinator

Estefanía Rodríguez

Business Development Associate-Aon

Nico Rubin

High School Mentor

Gee Salas

Senior Post-Secondary Program Manager | Bay Area

Adriana Salsé

Senior Post-Secondary Mentor

jocelyn sanchez

Business Development Associate-Aon

Amanda Sayre

Managing Director of Operations

Fernando Serrato

Career Program Manager