We need your help to transform our city and transform lives. Waterbury Promise belongs to all of us. There are many additional ways you can be a part of Waterbury Promise.
"Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress in every society, in every family.”
- KOFI ANNAN
ADOPT-A-SCHOLAR
Minimum $5,000 per year for 4 years
Your donation fulfills the promise for ONE WATERBURY PROMISE SCHOLAR. Nothing could be more personal or more life changing.
ADOPT-A-SCHOOL
Minimum $25,000 per year for 4 years
Your donation supports all Promise Scholars at one of the WPS high schools, Kaynor, or Holy Cross. We connect you personally with the school, principal, teachers, and most importantly, the Promise Scholars and future Promise Scholars. We'll help match your philanthropic vision with the right high school.
PROMISE CHAMPIONS
Become a Corporate Champion
We are excited and prepared to talk to all businesses about philanthropic partnership opportunities. Consider making a leadership investment in Waterbury Promise.
UNDERWRITE PROMISE MENTORS
Help Us Build Strong Mentorships
Developing a thoughtful, impactful, and mutually rewarding mentor program is one of our foremost priorities. We know, and the data shows, that deep relationships with supportive adults and peers is often the key to college completion.
MATCHING GIFTS
Multiply The Promise
This can be a powerful incentive for others to give to Waterbury Promise. Matching gift programs can double or triple the amount of support.
“Education is not just another issue. It is the most powerful force in accelerating economic growth, reducing poverty and lifting middle class living standards.” –David Leonhardt, NYTimes
