Students discover the power and richness oftheir own voices and learn to communicate their ideas with clarity and confidence to enable them to participate successfully in personal and academic challenges, career options, and community conversations.
Every number reflects a life changed for the better
OUR IMPACT
Our numbers consistently speak for themselves
Since our founding in 2000 by educator Mary Lee Cole, PhD in Berkeley, CA our programs have provided positive individualized guidance and support to help students develop effective writing and critical thinking skills. Students gain the tools and confidence to express their unique voices through writing, a skill they will use throughout life.
Together, we are creating 21st century writers
2,578
Hours invested by community volunteers during the 2023-2024 school year
4,787
Trained, caring coaches sat side by side guiding students, including 187 during the 2023-2024 school year
40,277
Students felt seen and heard by 5,300 coaches since we launched our first program
And empowering the next generation
Writing Skills
69% of low-performing students showed significant improvement in their writing in post coaching assessments.
College Acceptance
100% of high school seniors coached on college essay questions were accepted into a four-year college.
Read our 2023-2024 Impact Report here.
Thank you to our foundational and community partners!
