What is PeerForward?
PeerForward is a nonprofit organization committed to guiding students from low-income communities toward college and career success. By leveraging peer influence within partner high schools and colleges, the organization enhances postsecondary enrollment and achievement. PeerForward provides transformative workshops, training, and coaching, empowering students to assist their peers in college applications and financial aid navigation. Annually impacting over 600,000 students, PeerForward actively works to close the education gap and unlock financial opportunities for underserved youth.
How much funding has PeerForward raised?
PeerForward has raised a total of $853K across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$350K
Debt
$503K
Debt (2020): $350K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $503K led by PPP
What's next for PeerForward?
The substantial enterprise-level funding PeerForward has garnered indicates a strong belief in its mission and operational model. This capital infusion is expected to fuel further expansion of its reach and impact, potentially enabling the organization to scale its programs to more high schools and colleges. The strategic nature of the recent investment suggests a focus on enhancing its support systems, developing new training modules, or broadening its career navigation services. PeerForward is poised to deepen its commitment to closing the education gap and improving postsecondary outcomes for a greater number of students.
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