GUIDING YOUTH
THROUGH PEER
INFLUENCE
Through the power of positive peer influence, we bridge the gap for youth to access education.
70M
Financial Aid
600K+
Impacted Students
76K+
Aiding Students
16K+
Graduating Seniors
Meet Gary Z. Linnen,
CEO of PeerForward
"The youth we serve are powerful people who deserve all the great benefits life has to offer, regardless of their zip code. Nurturing their college persistence and career aspirations is more than a goal — it's a movement."
2022-2023 Highlights
Partnerships & Growth
Expanded reach with new high school partners in Kentucky, Hawaii, and Bermuda. Partnership with the NBA Foundation.
Remarkable Financial Aid Access
Secured $70M in aid, breaking barriers to higher education, and unlocking new opportunities for students.
Recognition
Featured on The Today Show and in The New York Times Magazine, highlighting our impact in empowering youth.
Latest Campaigns
National 
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2024 Key Initiatives (General Support)
