PeerForward
@peerforward.bsky.social
PeerForward is an education-focused nonprofit transforming the lives of youth from under-resourced communities by connecting them to college and careers.
🎓 postsecondary education and careers
🤝 positive peer influence
🌱 mentorship
🔗 PeerForward.org
🎓 postsecondary education and careers
🤝 positive peer influence
🌱 mentorship
🔗 PeerForward.org
We at PeerForward are excited to announce the addition of three distinguished executives to our Board of Directors: Michael Affronti of Bumble, Leigh Manheim Levine of Coach, and Anthony Campanelli of Deloitte.
Read the full press release in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/bumble-coach...
Read the full press release in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/bumble-coach...
December 11, 2025 at 6:20 PM
We at PeerForward are excited to announce the addition of three distinguished executives to our Board of Directors: Michael Affronti of Bumble, Leigh Manheim Levine of Coach, and Anthony Campanelli of Deloitte.
Read the full press release in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/bumble-coach...
Read the full press release in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/bumble-coach...
Peer Leaders: a year in review! ✨
This is only a FRACTION of the many great events our teams have worked on so far this school year. We want to take a moment to thank ALL our #PeerLeaders for their hard work these past few months. We can’t wait to see what the spring semester will bring!
This is only a FRACTION of the many great events our teams have worked on so far this school year. We want to take a moment to thank ALL our #PeerLeaders for their hard work these past few months. We can’t wait to see what the spring semester will bring!
December 10, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Peer Leaders: a year in review! ✨
This is only a FRACTION of the many great events our teams have worked on so far this school year. We want to take a moment to thank ALL our #PeerLeaders for their hard work these past few months. We can’t wait to see what the spring semester will bring!
This is only a FRACTION of the many great events our teams have worked on so far this school year. We want to take a moment to thank ALL our #PeerLeaders for their hard work these past few months. We can’t wait to see what the spring semester will bring!
Today is #GivingTuesday, a day where we unleash the power of people and organizations to transform our communities. We need your financial support, but our students also greatly benefit thanks to volunteers!
Support #PeerForward: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
Support #PeerForward: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
December 2, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday, a day where we unleash the power of people and organizations to transform our communities. We need your financial support, but our students also greatly benefit thanks to volunteers!
Support #PeerForward: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
Support #PeerForward: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
November 27, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Did you know students in under-resourced schools only get an average of 38 minutes of 1:1 time with their guidance counselor?
#GivingTuesday is just a week away, and your support can help us close this capacity gap: read more about our work and #donate here: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
#GivingTuesday is just a week away, and your support can help us close this capacity gap: read more about our work and #donate here: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
November 25, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Did you know students in under-resourced schools only get an average of 38 minutes of 1:1 time with their guidance counselor?
#GivingTuesday is just a week away, and your support can help us close this capacity gap: read more about our work and #donate here: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
#GivingTuesday is just a week away, and your support can help us close this capacity gap: read more about our work and #donate here: secure.givelively.org/donate/peerf...
PeerForward is thrilled to announce Raquel Figueroa as our new Vice President of Program, Partnerships, and Innovation.
Read more about Raquel's career journey in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/raquel-figue...
#peerforward #staffspotlight
Read more about Raquel's career journey in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/raquel-figue...
#peerforward #staffspotlight
November 19, 2025 at 5:38 PM
PeerForward is thrilled to announce Raquel Figueroa as our new Vice President of Program, Partnerships, and Innovation.
Read more about Raquel's career journey in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/raquel-figue...
#peerforward #staffspotlight
Read more about Raquel's career journey in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/raquel-figue...
#peerforward #staffspotlight
The 2025 Fall Training Camp season has officially come to a close, so we are using this week's Team Tuesday post to celebrate ALL our PeerForward teams!
Reflect on the season with us in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/19162-2/
#teamtuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
Reflect on the season with us in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/19162-2/
#teamtuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
Looking back at the 2025 Fall Training Camp Season!
The 2025 Fall Training Camp season has officially come to a close! Peer Leaders from high schools across the nation and Bermuda gathered for an unforgettable day full of growth and enrichment. These c...
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November 18, 2025 at 7:21 PM
The 2025 Fall Training Camp season has officially come to a close, so we are using this week's Team Tuesday post to celebrate ALL our PeerForward teams!
Reflect on the season with us in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/19162-2/
#teamtuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
Reflect on the season with us in our latest blogpost: www.peerforward.org/19162-2/
#teamtuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
Our Boston Peer Leaders from Dearborn STEM and Al D. Holland had the unique opportunity to attend their fall training camp at Locus Robotics, where they had the chance to learn about the exciting career opportunities that exist right in their backyard!
Read more: www.peerforward.org/boston-peer-...
Read more: www.peerforward.org/boston-peer-...
November 13, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Our Boston Peer Leaders from Dearborn STEM and Al D. Holland had the unique opportunity to attend their fall training camp at Locus Robotics, where they had the chance to learn about the exciting career opportunities that exist right in their backyard!
Read more: www.peerforward.org/boston-peer-...
Read more: www.peerforward.org/boston-peer-...
November 8th was #NationalFirst-GenCollegeStudentDay! That’s why we’re celebrating our PeerForward Alumni.
Every #PeerForward #Alumni represents and inspires new first-generation college students and a future full of possibilities.
Thanks for reminding us everyday, there’s a college for everyone!
Every #PeerForward #Alumni represents and inspires new first-generation college students and a future full of possibilities.
Thanks for reminding us everyday, there’s a college for everyone!
November 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM
November 8th was #NationalFirst-GenCollegeStudentDay! That’s why we’re celebrating our PeerForward Alumni.
Every #PeerForward #Alumni represents and inspires new first-generation college students and a future full of possibilities.
Thanks for reminding us everyday, there’s a college for everyone!
Every #PeerForward #Alumni represents and inspires new first-generation college students and a future full of possibilities.
Thanks for reminding us everyday, there’s a college for everyone!
Happy Financial Aid Friday! 💵 These deadlines are coming up soon…don’t miss out on free money!
#scholarship #scholarships #financialaid #financialaidfriday
#scholarship #scholarships #financialaid #financialaidfriday
November 7, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Happy Financial Aid Friday! 💵 These deadlines are coming up soon…don’t miss out on free money!
#scholarship #scholarships #financialaid #financialaidfriday
#scholarship #scholarships #financialaid #financialaidfriday
The newest installment of our #CareerConnections series is here, and today we are talking about #Alumni Darryl Hylton, Ed.D., and Jamie L. Enge, Ph.D.!
In 2020, the pair founded The Collegiate Black Male Network. Watch the full interview in our latest #blogpost: www.peerforward.org/career-conne...
In 2020, the pair founded The Collegiate Black Male Network. Watch the full interview in our latest #blogpost: www.peerforward.org/career-conne...
November 5, 2025 at 7:41 PM
The newest installment of our #CareerConnections series is here, and today we are talking about #Alumni Darryl Hylton, Ed.D., and Jamie L. Enge, Ph.D.!
In 2020, the pair founded The Collegiate Black Male Network. Watch the full interview in our latest #blogpost: www.peerforward.org/career-conne...
In 2020, the pair founded The Collegiate Black Male Network. Watch the full interview in our latest #blogpost: www.peerforward.org/career-conne...
This #TeamTuesday, we are highlighting our Eagle Staten Island #PeerLeaders for hosting a “Donuts for Dollars” event at their school! 🍩
At this event, students could receive a free Krispy Kreme donut in exchange for creating their #FSAID. Now 92% of their senior class has created their FSA IDs!
At this event, students could receive a free Krispy Kreme donut in exchange for creating their #FSAID. Now 92% of their senior class has created their FSA IDs!
November 4, 2025 at 6:31 PM
This #TeamTuesday, we are highlighting our Eagle Staten Island #PeerLeaders for hosting a “Donuts for Dollars” event at their school! 🍩
At this event, students could receive a free Krispy Kreme donut in exchange for creating their #FSAID. Now 92% of their senior class has created their FSA IDs!
At this event, students could receive a free Krispy Kreme donut in exchange for creating their #FSAID. Now 92% of their senior class has created their FSA IDs!
The three financial aid applications YOU need to know in 60 seconds or less! ⏱️
Want to go to college but are worried about the price? Check out these 3 financial aid applications to help you get the money you need!
#peerforward #fafsa #cssprofile #stateaid #financialaid #financialliteracy
Want to go to college but are worried about the price? Check out these 3 financial aid applications to help you get the money you need!
#peerforward #fafsa #cssprofile #stateaid #financialaid #financialliteracy
November 3, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The three financial aid applications YOU need to know in 60 seconds or less! ⏱️
Want to go to college but are worried about the price? Check out these 3 financial aid applications to help you get the money you need!
#peerforward #fafsa #cssprofile #stateaid #financialaid #financialliteracy
Want to go to college but are worried about the price? Check out these 3 financial aid applications to help you get the money you need!
#peerforward #fafsa #cssprofile #stateaid #financialaid #financialliteracy
THE #PEERFORWARD #SCHOLARSHIP DATABASE IS NOW OPEN! 🥳
Find our curated list of #scholarships here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Find our curated list of #scholarships here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
October 24, 2025 at 5:15 PM
THE #PEERFORWARD #SCHOLARSHIP DATABASE IS NOW OPEN! 🥳
Find our curated list of #scholarships here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
Find our curated list of #scholarships here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets...
"I always knew I wanted to go to college, it felt like a new beginning beyond my small island. #PeerForward didn’t just support that dream; it made my aspirations even bigger."
Today we are highlighting one of our #Alumni from Bermuda: Tajer Basden! Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
Today we are highlighting one of our #Alumni from Bermuda: Tajer Basden! Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
October 23, 2025 at 6:42 PM
"I always knew I wanted to go to college, it felt like a new beginning beyond my small island. #PeerForward didn’t just support that dream; it made my aspirations even bigger."
Today we are highlighting one of our #Alumni from Bermuda: Tajer Basden! Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
Today we are highlighting one of our #Alumni from Bermuda: Tajer Basden! Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
This Team Tuesday, we are shouting out our junior CedarBridge Academy Peer Leaders!
At their Fall Training Camp on September 24th, these students were officially inducted into PeerForward after taking the Peer Leader pledge!🧡
#falltrainingcamp #TeamTuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
At their Fall Training Camp on September 24th, these students were officially inducted into PeerForward after taking the Peer Leader pledge!🧡
#falltrainingcamp #TeamTuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
October 21, 2025 at 3:16 PM
This Team Tuesday, we are shouting out our junior CedarBridge Academy Peer Leaders!
At their Fall Training Camp on September 24th, these students were officially inducted into PeerForward after taking the Peer Leader pledge!🧡
#falltrainingcamp #TeamTuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
At their Fall Training Camp on September 24th, these students were officially inducted into PeerForward after taking the Peer Leader pledge!🧡
#falltrainingcamp #TeamTuesday #peerleaders #peerforward
#PeerForward is making waves in #Bermuda! 🌊
On September 24th, PeerForward’s Bermuda #FallTrainingCamp was held at Bermuda College, and it wasn’t the only important Bermuda-based PeerForward occasion that occurred that week!
Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
On September 24th, PeerForward’s Bermuda #FallTrainingCamp was held at Bermuda College, and it wasn’t the only important Bermuda-based PeerForward occasion that occurred that week!
Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
October 20, 2025 at 5:42 PM
#PeerForward is making waves in #Bermuda! 🌊
On September 24th, PeerForward’s Bermuda #FallTrainingCamp was held at Bermuda College, and it wasn’t the only important Bermuda-based PeerForward occasion that occurred that week!
Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
On September 24th, PeerForward’s Bermuda #FallTrainingCamp was held at Bermuda College, and it wasn’t the only important Bermuda-based PeerForward occasion that occurred that week!
Read more: www.peerforward.org/peerforward-...
Today we’re shouting out our NYC and Philly schools for completing their #FallTrainingCamp!
They worked on campaign planning and explored the roles on their PeerForward team. We also welcomed our new junior Peer Leaders by leading them in their Peer Leader pledge!
#peerforward #peerleaders
They worked on campaign planning and explored the roles on their PeerForward team. We also welcomed our new junior Peer Leaders by leading them in their Peer Leader pledge!
#peerforward #peerleaders
October 16, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Today we’re shouting out our NYC and Philly schools for completing their #FallTrainingCamp!
They worked on campaign planning and explored the roles on their PeerForward team. We also welcomed our new junior Peer Leaders by leading them in their Peer Leader pledge!
#peerforward #peerleaders
They worked on campaign planning and explored the roles on their PeerForward team. We also welcomed our new junior Peer Leaders by leading them in their Peer Leader pledge!
#peerforward #peerleaders
Today marks the end of Hispanic Heritage Month! We are celebrating Arnulfo Trejo, an esteemed educator and librarian. Throughout his life, he advocated for increased library collections of Hispanic literature and Spanish language materials available throughout the U.S.!
#hispanicheritagemonth
#hispanicheritagemonth
October 15, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Today marks the end of Hispanic Heritage Month! We are celebrating Arnulfo Trejo, an esteemed educator and librarian. Throughout his life, he advocated for increased library collections of Hispanic literature and Spanish language materials available throughout the U.S.!
#hispanicheritagemonth
#hispanicheritagemonth
🧡Today is #DAFDay! #Donors across the country come together to celebrate generosity through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs).
Your DAF can fuel PeerForward’s mission and drive meaningful change in the lives of young leaders across the country and Bermuda.
👉 Learn how to give: www.peerforward.org/donate/
Your DAF can fuel PeerForward’s mission and drive meaningful change in the lives of young leaders across the country and Bermuda.
👉 Learn how to give: www.peerforward.org/donate/
October 9, 2025 at 5:42 PM
🧡Today is #DAFDay! #Donors across the country come together to celebrate generosity through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs).
Your DAF can fuel PeerForward’s mission and drive meaningful change in the lives of young leaders across the country and Bermuda.
👉 Learn how to give: www.peerforward.org/donate/
Your DAF can fuel PeerForward’s mission and drive meaningful change in the lives of young leaders across the country and Bermuda.
👉 Learn how to give: www.peerforward.org/donate/
The proof is in the impact.
Our Peer Leaders are powerful influencers, with a sense of purpose and an outsized impact.
Read about our power and purpose in our 2024-25 #ImpactReport: www.peerforward.org/who-we-are/o...
Our Peer Leaders are powerful influencers, with a sense of purpose and an outsized impact.
Read about our power and purpose in our 2024-25 #ImpactReport: www.peerforward.org/who-we-are/o...
October 8, 2025 at 4:32 PM
The proof is in the impact.
Our Peer Leaders are powerful influencers, with a sense of purpose and an outsized impact.
Read about our power and purpose in our 2024-25 #ImpactReport: www.peerforward.org/who-we-are/o...
Our Peer Leaders are powerful influencers, with a sense of purpose and an outsized impact.
Read about our power and purpose in our 2024-25 #ImpactReport: www.peerforward.org/who-we-are/o...
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: FILL OUT YOUR FAFSA! 💵
Don’t miss out on first come first serve aid by procrastinating! If you haven’t already, take 30 minutes out of your day to get it done. Your future self will thank you!
#peerforward #fafsa
Don’t miss out on first come first serve aid by procrastinating! If you haven’t already, take 30 minutes out of your day to get it done. Your future self will thank you!
#peerforward #fafsa
October 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: FILL OUT YOUR FAFSA! 💵
Don’t miss out on first come first serve aid by procrastinating! If you haven’t already, take 30 minutes out of your day to get it done. Your future self will thank you!
#peerforward #fafsa
Don’t miss out on first come first serve aid by procrastinating! If you haven’t already, take 30 minutes out of your day to get it done. Your future self will thank you!
#peerforward #fafsa
Through the creation and use of Instagram accounts, our teams are connecting with their peers where they often are: online. Check out how our teams are leveraging social media to maximize their impact and connect on a personal level with their classmates: www.peerforward.org/meet-our-pee...
#edusky
#edusky
September 30, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Through the creation and use of Instagram accounts, our teams are connecting with their peers where they often are: online. Check out how our teams are leveraging social media to maximize their impact and connect on a personal level with their classmates: www.peerforward.org/meet-our-pee...
#edusky
#edusky
In 2010, Erick Ramirez arrived on the campus of #BarryUniversity to attend his 4-day #PeerForward (then called College Summit) #Workshop completely unaware that he would return over a decade later, this time as a student pursuing his Juris Doctor.
Read the full: www.peerforward.org/from-peer-le...
Read the full: www.peerforward.org/from-peer-le...
September 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
In 2010, Erick Ramirez arrived on the campus of #BarryUniversity to attend his 4-day #PeerForward (then called College Summit) #Workshop completely unaware that he would return over a decade later, this time as a student pursuing his Juris Doctor.
Read the full: www.peerforward.org/from-peer-le...
Read the full: www.peerforward.org/from-peer-le...
In the latest episode of the Mick Unplugged podcast, PeerForward CEO, Gary Z. Linnen, talks about power, purpose, and positive peer influence. Tune in to hear why today’s students deserve a chance and how PeerForward is working to provide it!
Watch more 💻: youtu.be/qyVKdENZpPs?...
#podcast #EDUsky
Watch more 💻: youtu.be/qyVKdENZpPs?...
#podcast #EDUsky
September 23, 2025 at 4:42 PM
In the latest episode of the Mick Unplugged podcast, PeerForward CEO, Gary Z. Linnen, talks about power, purpose, and positive peer influence. Tune in to hear why today’s students deserve a chance and how PeerForward is working to provide it!
Watch more 💻: youtu.be/qyVKdENZpPs?...
#podcast #EDUsky
Watch more 💻: youtu.be/qyVKdENZpPs?...
#podcast #EDUsky