Expanding Access
@The Fellowship Initiative
In partnership with Bard College, The Fellowship Initiative helps young men of color throughout New York City acquire the skills, knowledge, experience, networks, and other resources they need to succeed academically and professionally through a three year-long mentorship program.
Bard College deploys the Brothers@’s group mentorship model and facilitation methodology to increase program quality and effectiveness.
The Work
Saturday Sessions
Full-day learning activities in JPMorgan Chase’s offices two Saturdays a month during the school year.
College tours and visits
Trips to a wide range of colleges and universities to give young men early exposure to the wide range of options in higher education.
Mentoring
TFI Fellows are paired with a JPMorgan Chase mentor. JPMorgan Chase employees volunteer to help guide TFI Fellows through High School and their career aspirations.
THE Impact
Students Served
240% growth in the number of students served
High school Gradation
100% Graduation and College acceptance rate
Mentor Spotlight
Meet Mark Nolasco, a JPMorgan Chase Fellowship Initiative alumnus and now program mentor through Brothers@.
