Success Stories
Hear from the students, families, and volunteers whose lives have been transformed
Maria's Journey to UC Berkeley
"When I first came to Little Endeavor in 6th grade, I couldn't read at grade level. My tutor, Mrs. Chen, never gave up on me. She believed in me when I didn't believe in myself. Now I'm studying to become a teacher so I can help kids like me."
"The STEM program changed everything for me. I never thought I could be good at math, but now I'm considering engineering as a career. My mentor showed me that science is for everyone."
"As a single mother working two jobs, I couldn't give my kids the academic support they needed. Little Endeavor filled that gap. My daughter went from C's to A's, and she's excited about school for the first time."
"I retired last year and wanted to give back. Volunteering here has been the most fulfilling thing I've ever done. Watching a child's face light up when they finally understand something—there's nothing like it."
"I used to hate reading. Now I can't stop! The Reading Room is my favorite place. I've read 47 books this year and I'm going for 50!"
"I've donated to many charities, but Little Endeavor stands out. They're incredibly transparent about how funds are used, and the impact updates show real results. I know my donation makes a difference."
"The training was excellent, and the staff is always supportive. I've grown as much as the students I mentor. This organization truly cares about everyone involved."
"The scholarship my son received meant everything to our family. He's the first in our family to go to college, and we couldn't have done it without Little Endeavor's support."
"My tutor helped me see that I was smart—I just learned differently. Now I have strategies that work for me, and I'm doing better than ever in school."
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