Resources for Students - Winning Futures - Mentoring Programs - Empowering youth to succeed through mentoring and strategic planning

Focus: Support needed to stay in school, graduate, and find employment
Students: From high school program (started in 10th grade), enrolled in continuing education
Career Mentors: Matched one-to-one with students based on student’s career interest and mentor’s career experience/li>
Sessions: Monthly, arranged by mentors with their students – virtual, phone, or in-person &#8211; Mentors and students choose from a list of curriculum topics &#8211; Mentor receives talking points, resources, and activities to teach the lesson
Topics: Overcoming freshman struggles; emotional intelligence; resumes; internships; networking; interviewing; time management; business communications; success strategies; attitude; five-year goals; and preparing for life after school

Support for Winning Futures Students

Winning Futures Scholarships
Our students are eligible for college or trade school scholarships. Learn more!

Years 4-7 Support Fund
We can help our Years 4-7 college and trade school students when those unexpected expenses pop up. Click here to request funds.

Career Connections – COMING SOON!
We connect students with our business partners for internship and full-time employment opportunities. Contact Daniela Matthews for more information at Daniela@WinningFutures.org or 586-276-5236.

Continuing Education Resources

Trade Schools
Want a great career doing something you’ll love without going to college? Learn more!

Budgeting for College or Trade School
The cost of college or trade school isn’t cheap, but it is achievable. Learn more!

In-State versus Out-of-State College Tuition
The cost of attending college in Michigan is much less than attending college in another state. Learn more!

How To Pay For Continuing Education
It’s expensive but there are resources to help. Learn more!