We can’t achieve our vision for the future of Chicago alone. Through strong partnerships with key organizations, schools, universities, businesses, and community leaders in every sector, we’re always finding new ways to better serve our Scholars, their families, and everyone else in the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø community.Ìý
Referral partners help us find Chicago’s top talent. Schools and organizations throughout the city refer their students to º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø. If those students apply to our program and meet our eligibility requirements, they are automatically admitted to º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø.
College Parnters
College Partners are colleges and universities dedicated to educational access and equity. We partner with over 100 institutions to give Scholars access to financial aid, campus liasons, and other benefits.
Platinum College Partners
Colleges and universities who commit to our highest tier of partnership are considered Platinum Partners.Ìý
As Platinum Partners, the schools commit to the following:
Meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need through graduation for Scholars
Sponsoring a campus visit prior to an admitted Scholar confirming enrollment
º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø partners with community-based organizations to collectively impact high-potential, underserved students in Chicago. Through our combined efforts, CBO Scholars gain access to º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇøâ€™ resources and events, such as the Scholars College Fair, First Look Career Conference & Fair, and our annual Onsite College and Leadership Forum. The following groups were represented at Onsite in 2025:
Common Ground Foundation
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Hope Ignites Chicago
Jack and Jill Chicago Chapter
Jack and Jill Magnificent Mile Chapter
Kappa Leadership Institute of Chicago
Ken Malone
Lake Forest Academy
Leadership Greater Chicago
LEARN Charter Schools Network
Metrosquash
Morgan Park Academy
Corporate Sponsors
º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø’ corporate sponsors support our events and gain brand visibility to hundreds of Chicago’s future leaders.
Career Partners
Career Partners work with º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø to provide career development, internship, and employment opportunities to Scholars. These opportunities not only give Scholars early exposure to career paths, but allow companies and organizations to get a first look at upcoming talent.