Our Impact
In New York
See how Hope Ignites New York meets our mission and brings our community together.
32
scholars
in long-term residential program
66
scholars in comprehensive academy programs
32
collegians
working toward their dreams
98
young people motivated to achieve their potential
of graduates matriculate to college in comparison to the 69.7% US average
annual college retention in comparison to the 75.9% US average
of collegians complete their undergraduate degree
100%
of collegians are on track to graduate within 4 years
86%
of our scholars have their full financial needs met entering college
70%
of our scholars maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher
60%
are first-generation college students
*network-wide numbers (2025): The average income for our families overall is $32k/year, and 84% of our families make less than $50k/year with most families having 2-6 members in the household and 11% of families having 7 to 13 members each.
Serving Others In Need
Becoming well-educated and career-ready is all complimented by a focus on living a life of service to others—a key component of Hope Ignites’ proven track record of life-transforming impact on scholar success. Our scholars regularly participate in community service activities, complete service reflections, research community issues they are passionate about, brainstorm solutions they can offer, and lead service projects.
Partnerships That Give Hope
In partnering with Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School, our staff works closely with teachers and guardians to ensure each scholar’s academic success. Hope Ignites New York offers tuition assistance to our scholars.
