Where Momentum Meets Opportunity

Thrive empowers Tutor-Mentor alumni to continue their post-grad journey with education, career guidance, financial tools, and a strong community network.

I want to join Thrive

Thrive helps Root 2 Rise alumni turn the leadership, skills, and confidence they developed as high school Tutor-Mentors into real opportunities in college, careers, and adult life. Through mentorship, financial support, and community connections, Thrive ensures alumni continue to succeed long after graduation.

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Stories from Thrive

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From left: Cquemiah Clark-Richmond, Martina Gabrielli, and Ethan Xiong

Ethan Xiong

"I’ll be starting college this fall, and my experiences with Root 2 Rise have opened my eyes to new possibilities, including a potential career in teaching. Thrive ensures I have the mentorship, guidance, and tools I need to succeed as I move forward."

Martina Gabrielli

"Root 2 Rise gave me the confidence to keep going when I felt lost and doubted myself. Now I’m enrolled in community college and working part-time, and Thrive gives me the support to plan my next steps without feeling alone."

Cquemiah Clark-Richmond

"I felt completely unwanted at high school and was on the verge of not graduating. No one was there for me — not even my own family. Root 2 Rise showed me that I could believe in myself, and Thrive is helping me take the next step toward college and independence."

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Supporting The Next Chapter

How Thrive Delivers Impact to Root 2 Rise Alumni

Career & Professional Development
Thrive provides guidance on resume building, professional communication, and career exploration, while connecting alumni with leaders across business, government, and community sectors. By leveraging partnerships with local organizations, the program creates pathways for networking and meaningful professional growth.

Financial Literacy & Life Skills
Thrive equips alumni with practical skills in budgeting, saving, debt management, and independent living. By collaborating with organizations that specialize in financial literacy, the program ensures alumni receive high-quality training while building long-term stability.

Tuition & Academic Support
Through scholarships and tuition assistance specifically for Madison College, Thrive helps alumni continue their higher education. Academic coaching and access to community resources support sustained academic success, while partnerships with educational institutions provide additional guidance and opportunities.

Community & Mentorship
Networking events, informal mentorships, and a centralized hub for opportunities foster connections among alumni and with community leaders. Thrive leverages partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and government entities to expand mentorship and networking opportunities without duplicating existing resources.

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Crisis & Practical Support
Alumni have guidance to technology, legal, and emergency resources, helping them navigate unexpected challenges while maintaining progress toward academic and career goals. Thrive coordinates with partner organizations to provide these supports efficiently and effectively.

More Stories From Thrive

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    Jaden

    “I wasn’t doing well for a while, but I tried to set my sights on something bigger. When it stopped being realistic to stay in college while working full time, Thrive stepped in with tuition support [for my nursing degree] so I could stay enrolled. I don’t just want to earn a degree — I want to start at the bottom and work my way up. I’m surrounded by determined people, and I try to learn as I go. I understand that I fail sometimes, and when I do, I seek advice. Sometimes you have to go through hard times to get to a better place.”