Programs Built for Real-Life Success
Greater Than Expectations supports foster youth through life skills, mentorship, college readiness, storytelling, and transition support.
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Audacity To Succeed
Greater Than Expectations’ signature program supports youth ages 15-18 with programming focused on life skills, college and career planning, goal setting, and financial literacy.
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Operation A.I.M.
Operation A.I.M. supports Greater Than Expectations alumni who have aged out of Audacity to Succeed. The program helps youth ages 18-23 with career planning, interview skills, and college transition and completion support.
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Defying The Odds
Defying the Odds is a web series that shares real stories from foster alumni. These powerful stories highlight challenge, resilience, and triumph while encouraging others to be Greater Than Expectations.
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Freshman Fresh
Freshman Fresh supports students from foster care backgrounds as they begin their first year at UNT Denton. The program offers mentorship, life-skills support, workshops, and community-building opportunities throughout the year.
Four connected programs. One mission: helping youth move from surviving to succeeding.
Each program is designed to meet youth at a different stage of their journey with practical support, encouragement, and community.
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