Breakthrough Silicon Valley

Breakthrough Silicon Valley launches high potential, underserved middle school students on the path to college and inspires high school and college students to pursue careers in education.

We offer many engaging opportunities to share your time and expertise. Here are some ideas to inspire you:

Counsel a student on his or her college application essays

Participate in a career development workshop focused on writing resumes, networking, or interviewing skills

Organize a school supplies drive to ensure Breakthrough students have what they need to be successful in the classroom

Lead a small group of families on a college tour of your alma mater

Provide technical and/or creative assistance for Breakthrough’s website

Provide tech support to our small staff and students

Help with data analysis to ensure Breakthrough’s effectiveness

Hire a Breakthrough high school student for a part-time job or offer an internship

Provide extra-curricular supplies for art projects or sports