#ThatsWhy

"Why summer search? Because here you can make friends that'll be with you for life."

— Kenyon, Bay Area Staff

"Because the more connections you got, the more money you'll make, the more friends you'll make."

— Jaylin, Seattle Staff

" Even though it was a rainy, stormy day, these smiles really lit up the night ✨"

— Adriana, Boston Staff

"As a proud Summer Search alum, Joel thanks Summer Search for all the support in helping him overcome the many obstacles of a first-generation college graduate. "

— Joel, NYC Alum

"In the future I still, I always wanna be a part of summer search, whether it's me being a board member or stopping in the office when I do have the chance."

— Jessica, Philly Alumna

"I have witnessed how transformational [Summer Search] is for young people. I saw students that were struggling to find their place become leaders in and outside of school. I have watched former Summer Searchers become adults that are making a difference in their communities!"

— Jennifer, College & Career Readiness Specialist, Foster High School

"Because Summer Search won't only help you search for your purpose, but will help you achieve your dreams and your goals."

— Diana, NYC Summer Searcher

" I love Summer Search because they provide you with an extra like area of support, through high school and beyond. "

— Hawi, Seattle Summer Searcher

"Rakuten is immensely proud to support Summer Search's commitment to empowering students with skills and support to move past systemic obstacles and fulfill their potential. Working with their team has been a profoundly enriching experience. It’s humbling to be a collaborator with Summer Search on their heartfelt mission to equip students with skills and knowledge that will transform their lives and build secure futures."

— Elizabeth, University Recruiting Program Lead, Rakuten International

"To this day, I wear a bracelet on my wrist which I earned from my trip. It’s a reminder that leadership is about service—a lesson I learned through my Summer Search journey."

— Jamal, NYC Alum

"Why summer search? Not only do we have great mentors, great trips, it's all free!"

— Alex Jesus, Boston Alum & National Staff

"Because this program will show you how powerful you truly are."

— Allie, Former Seattle Staff