Get Involved – Raising Expectations

Get Involved

Investing Today. Impacting Tomorrow.

Help Empower Atlanta’s Youth

Raising Expectations has operated on a simple but profound premise: children will live up to the expectations set for them. We provide a steady, supportive environment for students in Atlanta’s most underserved communities, ensuring they have the tools to transition from high school to in-demand careers and post-secondary success.

Our success in Atlanta is not the result of any single program, but the collective power of supporters—the mentors, volunteers, and donors who ensure our students have the support they need to thrive.

The success of Raising Expectations is a shared achievement. Whether you invest your time as a mentor or your contributions as a donor, you are a vital part of realizing the potential of Atlanta’s youth.

If you’re interested in joining the mission, contact Maria Armstrong at maria@raisingexpectations.org

Engagement Opportunities

Become a Mentor

Guidance is the greatest gift you can give.

Collegiate Mentors: Help students navigate the social and academic hurdles of campus life.

Professional Mentors: Share industry tips, provide networking opportunities, and help students visualize their seat at the table.

Be a Guest Speaker

Do you have a career that could inspire the next generation? Our Learning Labs and YouthWORK summer sessions are always looking for dynamic voices to share their stories and demystify various career paths.

Sponsor a Family

We serve the whole child, which means supporting the whole family. By sponsoring a family, you help provide a safety net—from holiday assistance to emergency resources—so students can focus on their education rather than their circumstances.

Sponsor an Outing

Our social discovery trips take students beyond their zip codes. Whether it’s a visit to a corporate headquarters or a cultural excursion, your sponsorship covers transportation, admission, and the spark of a new perspective.

Donate Essential Items

A top-tier learning center requires top-tier tools. We are currently accepting:

STEM Materials: Robotics kits, 3D printing supplies, and modern hardware.
Academic Supplies: Laptops, graphing calculators, and traditional school supplies.
Student Fuel: Healthy snacks and meals for our after-school programs.

Offer Professional Services

Do you have an expertise you think could help us? By donating your professional services, you allow us to keep our overhead low and our impact high. Help us keep the “behind-the-scenes” of RE as excellent as our students.