Every gift meets a young person where they are.
Your donation supports education, mentorship, life skills, and the practical resources that help young people impacted by foster care step into college, careers, and adulthood.
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Why your help matters.
Young people leaving foster care enter adulthood without the safety net most of their peers rely on. Consistent mentorship, resources, and community close that gap.
Sources: National Foster Youth Institute, American Youth Policy Forum, and Casey Family Programs.
Choose an amount that works for you.
Every level of giving reaches a student directly. Amounts open prefilled on our Givebutter page, where you can adjust before checking out.
Become a monthly supporter.
Recurring gifts let GTE plan ahead — for a full school year, not just a move-in weekend. Select “Monthly” on the Givebutter form to set up a repeating donation.
Practical resources. Consistent support.
GTE connects young people with guidance, resources, and community as they prepare for college, careers, and adulthood.
Education & Life Skills
College and career planning, goal setting, financial literacy, and preparation for independence.
Mentorship & Connection
Guidance, encouragement, and opportunities to build confidence and community.
A Supported College Start
Freshman Fresh brings together dorm essentials, mentorship, wellness resources, and year-round connection for students from foster care backgrounds.
This is what your gift builds.
Freshman Fresh furnishes a complete dorm room for a scholar entering their first year of college — and stays with them through the year that follows.
Read More Student Stories“My room makes me feel safe. It’s the first place I can truly call home.”
Find your sponsorship level.
Partner with Greater Than Expectations to help students begin college feeling prepared, supported, and at home. A $1,500 sponsorship furnishes one scholar’s entire dorm room.
Freshman Fresh sponsorship levels
Sponsoring on behalf of a company, or need an invoice? Email GTE and we’ll handle the details and your recognition listing.
Let’s find the right way to help.
For questions about giving, sponsorships, employer matching, or supporting a particular program, email info@greaterthanexpectations.org .
Greater Than Expectations, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN 85-1339153.
Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You’ll receive an emailed receipt for your records when you give through Givebutter.
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Help a young person take their next step.
Your generosity helps GTE provide resources, guidance, and a community of support.