Community college is often the best, first step toward a career or subsequent degree. New Futures leverages this undervalued pathway to invest in young people who are systemically excluded from traditional postsecondary education. Many of its under-resourced students are the first in their families to attend college and lack the financial support to attend a full-time or four-year program. New Futures gives them scholarships and a comprehensive range of skill-building workshops to participate in. Every Scholar is also paired with an advisor who proactively builds a connection and offers support beyond academics. This holistic approach matters for Scholars navigating complex circumstances, like immigration challenges or parenting responsibilities. With 97% of alumni now employed or enrolled in a subsequent program, New Futures is a launchpad for all youth to achieve their dreams.

Headquarters: DC-Ward 2

Where They Operate: DC-Citywide; MD-Montgomery County; MD-Prince George's County; VA-Arlington County; VA-Fairfax County; VA-City of Alexandria; VA-City of Fairfax; VA-City of Falls Church

Age Groups Served: Pre-teen/teen (12-17); Young adult (18-24)

Population(s) Served: Low- to Moderate-Income Community Members; Men/Boys; Women/Girls; Students; Immigrants/Refugees; Low- to Moderate-Income Community Members


  • New Future Scholar completion rate (compared to a 29% national graduation rate for students attending two-year institutions, according to the National Center for Education Statistics):   70%
  • New Futures five-year persistence rate; this includes Scholars who have completed their programs as well as those still in their post-secondary programs. :   87%
  • Total dollars awarded in scholarships to nearly 500 low-income youth in the DC region :   $3.55 million
  • Scholars and Alumni served through our Scholars program to date:   500+
  • Number of DC region youth reached through New Futures' post-secondary education and career fairs and workshops in 2015:   1000+

Awards & Recognition

• Earned the Hugh A. Johnson, Jr. Memorial Equal Justice Award from the Hispanic Bar Association of the District of Columbia

• Received recognition in 2008, 2013 and 2016 by the Catalogue for Philanthropy as “One of the Best Small Charities in the DC Area”

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Budget (FY2023)

  • $3 million or higher
  • The current budget for New Futures is: $1 million to $3 million
  • $500k to $1 million
  • Less than $500k

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