Futures Ignite (formerly Friends of WHEELS)

511 West 182nd Street
New York, NY 10033
https://www.futuresignite.org/

Futures Ignite works in New York City’s racially and economically segregated public school system to advance a whole-school model of programming, counseling, and advocacy to equip BIPOC students to direct their college and career futures. We’re committed to supporting all students—regardless of academic performance—to rise into their leadership potential.

Grants

2024 Academic Readiness/Post Secondary Success Grant | $72,500
Toward the support of their college counseling for WHEELS students to develop their academic and professional pathways.

2023 Academic Readiness/Post Secondary Success Grant | $72,500
Toward the support of our students' comprehensive development as students, citizens, community leaders, and professionals.

2022 Academic Readiness/Post Secondary Success Grant | $72,500
Toward the support of their college access or career training goals so that every senior achieves the best match with their first steps on their post-high school journeys.