Join the Movement

There are four ways to change a student's trajectory: donate, mentor, volunteer, or enroll a student. Every contribution — of time, expertise, or resources — directly expands what's possible.

Every Gift Expands What's Possible

Freedom of Choice – Education Initiative is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the State of Texas. Our application for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status is currently pending IRS determination. Contributions made during this period are accepted in good faith.

Upon approval of our 501(c)(3) status, donors who have contributed during the pending period may be eligible to claim their donations as charitable deductions to the extent permitted by law.

Make a Donation

501(c)(3) Pending Notice: Our tax-exempt application is pending IRS determination. Donations are accepted in good faith. Upon approval, donors may be eligible to claim deductions retroactively.

Become a Mentor

Mentorship is not a soft benefit. In under-resourced communities, it is the structural substitute for what high-income peers access through family networks. A mentor from a target career field communicates, in ways a brochure cannot, that a given pathway is possible for someone who looks like you.

Monthly group sessions with your cohort (2 hours/month)
Quarterly 1-on-1 check-ins with your matched student
Annual career exposure event participation
Structured curriculum — you don't need to plan sessions
Full background check and onboarding support provided
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Mentor Application

Volunteer Sign-Up

Volunteer With Us

Our volunteers are the backbone of our program delivery. From event support to academic tutoring, there are meaningful ways to contribute your time and skills to our mission.

Event Support

Help coordinate our workshops, campus visits, and career expos.

Academic Tutoring

Provide one-on-one or small group academic support to enrolled students.

Administrative Support

Help with data entry, communications, and organizational tasks.

Marketing & Social Media

Help us tell our story and expand our reach in the community.

Enroll a Student

Our program is designed for students in grades 6–12 from under-resourced communities in Houston. Enrollment is free for qualifying students. We serve students from the ZIP codes with the highest concentration of economic need.

Currently enrolled in grades 6–12
Residing in the Greater Houston area
From a household with demonstrated financial need
Committed to program participation for at least one full year

Enrollment is subject to cohort availability. Our team will contact you within 3–5 business days of submission.

Student Enrollment Form

Parent / Guardian Information

Student Information