Baldemar's Fundraiser - Journey Forward Mentoring

Join me in Inspiring Possibilities for Students in Dallas!

Please join me in supporting Journey Forward Mentoring, an organization located in Oak Cliff that encourages and supports local high school and postsecondary students. Our focus is to offer guidance, educational resources, career advice, and life skills essential to creating brighter futures.

The Urgent Need

In Dallas, students from low-income households face a very large gap in access to adequate access to college and career readiness support. On average, public high school students receive only 38 minutes of college and career advising over their entire four years. This lack of support results in less than 20% of Dallas ISD students being able to graduate college and be career-ready. Less than a third of Dallas students will ultimately obtain a college degree or technical certificate.

Our Solution

Journey Forward Mentoring enhances access to higher education and well-paying careers for students of color from low-income households in Dallas through high school and postsecondary mentoring programs.

• Next Gen Mentoring: Pairs students with adult mentors to navigate high school and explore educational and career opportunities.
• Edge Program: Supports graduates with group coaching, one-on-one college advising, social gatherings, and living stipends until they obtain their postsecondary credentials.

We emphasizes student-led decision-making, providing resources and guidance to foster long-term relationships that help students thrive and become mentors themselves.

How You Can Make a Difference

To support Journey Forward Mentoring and expand our impact on students, we seek funding to assist more high school students and develop programs for graduates pursuing higher education. I am honored to serve on the Journey Forward Mentoring board of directors during this time of tremendous growth. I have a $3500 fundraising goal for this North Texas Giving Day.  Any donation, regardless of size, is greatly appreciated and will significantly benefit our programs and students. Thank you for your consideration!

Join Our Cause

Please join us in making a real difference. Your support will help us fulfill our vital mission, one student at a time.