Driving Forward

Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States201-500 Employees

Driving Forward is a Chicago-based nonprofit that supports first-generation and under-resourced college students as they move from higher education into meaningful careers. The organization provides a structured program that combines professional development, mentorship, and experiential learning through partnerships with a range of organizations and a cadre of volunteers, including professionals and executives. By offering a business-focused curriculum and a supportive community, Driving Forward aims to help students overcome financial and other barriers to achieve their career goals and contribute to their communities. The nonprofit operates within the education and workforce development space, focusing on how to connect students’ college experiences with real-world professional opportunities.

Founded as a 501(c)(3) entity, Driving Forward emphasizes an internship program described as award-winning, and it positions itself as a facilitator of pathways to employment for diverse, high-achieving students. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the organization coordinates efforts across partnerships and volunteer involvement to provide ongoing career development and mentorship opportunities, advancing the organization’s mission to create equal career opportunities for students from underrepresented backgrounds.

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