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SpringBridge is committed to expanding access to the CAARE Enrichment Program; however, the number of participants supported each year is dependent on available funding, scholarship commitments, and partner support. As resources grow, SpringBridge aims to increase cohort size and reach more system-impacted youth and young adults.

Currently, SpringBridge selects up to ten participants annually, forming two cohorts that progress together through the program. Cohorts provide peer support, shared accountability, and consistency throughout each participant’s education-to-career journey.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be system-impacted youth or young adults ages 14–24 and currently enrolled in one of the following:

High school (11th or 12th grade)
Community college
First- or second-year bachelor’s degree program
- Desire to enroll in one of the above

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Requirements to Apply:

Statement of Purpose (see instructions)
Provide proof of current GPA
- There is no minimum GPA requirement to apply but those under 3.0 will be required to sign a GPA improvement plan and work closely with their mentor to improve and maintain this average.
  - If you are not currently enrolled in school, you can still apply if you intend on enrolling.
(Optional) Resume/CV OR a referral from a teacher/counselor, therapist, employer, mentor/community leader, foster caregiver, social worker/case manager, or court support (attorney/probation/diversion). This person should be someone who knows you well and supports your goals.

Expectations of our Cohort Members:

Being a part of a cohort is a time commitment and you can expect to spend 10+ hours a week involved in various cohort requirements.

Attend require meetings, remain an engaged cohort member
Complete CAARE Enrichment courses as scheduled
Volunteer (unless employed)
GPA maintenance
Financially responsible and transparent with resources provided
Stay actively engaged with mentor and your cohort
Commitment to mentor next cohort

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Eligibility Criteria

A P P L Y

Requirements to Apply:

Statement of Purpose (see instructions)

Provide proof of current GPA

There is no minimum GPA requirement to apply but those under 3.0 will be required to sign a GPA improvement plan and work closely with their mentor to improve and maintain this average.

If you are not currently enrolled in school, you can still apply if you intend on enrolling.

Expectations of our Cohort Members:

Being a part of a cohort is a time commitment and you can expect to spend 10+ hours a week involved in various cohort requirements.

Attend require meetings, remain an engaged cohort member

Complete CAARE Enrichment courses as scheduled

Volunteer (unless employed)

GPA maintenance

Financially responsible and transparent with resources provided

Stay actively engaged with mentor and your cohort

Commitment to mentor next cohort

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