Our Impact in Phoenix
52
scholars in comprehensive academy programs
38
collegians
working toward their degrees
90
total young people
who are motivated
to achieve their potential
Finances and the Future
%
of Hope Ignites Phoenix, scholars are low-income, first-generation college students.
%
have no debt!! Those with student loan debt had an average debt load of $3,549
99%
go to college
90%
persist in college
88%
graduate college in
6 years or less!
Hope Ignites scholars excel in school and life!
3.5
average middle school GPA
3.2
average high school GPA
3.3
average collegian GPA
Of the recent Hope Ignites Phoenix college grads, 75% are working in their field of study! Some of which include:
- US Naval Officer
- Television news writer
- Freelance social media
- Freelance graphic design
- Civil engineer
- Engineering Inspector
- Editorial lead (writer)
- Logistics flow lead
- Surgical ICU Nurse
- Attorney
- Landscape architect
- Financial management
95%
from families below the US poverty line
100%
from underrepresented minority groups
65%
girls and young women
34%
boys and young men
95%
first-generation
college students
100%
volunteer in their community
SERVING OTHERS IN NEED
Becoming well-educated and career-ready is all complimented by a focus
on living a life of service to others—a key component of Hope Ignites proven track record of life-transforming impact on scholar success.
Our scholars regularly participate in community service activities,
complete service reflections, researchcommunity issues they are passionate
about, brainstorm solutions they can offer, and lead service projects.
Hope Ignites Phoenix scholars volunteering at St. Joseph’s the Worker.
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LIVING PROOF
Peter’s Journey: The Finish Line Matters
Peter's journey shows what your support makes possible!Peter’s journey with Hope Ignites Phoenix began in eighth grade at St. Francis Xavier, where he quickly stood out as a driven, determined student. Through Brophy Prep and into college, he remained focused on his...
Lady’s Journey: The Finish Line Matters
Lady's journey shows what your support makes possible!Lady’s journey with Hope Ignites Phoenix began in sixth grade, when her early passion for social justice first emerged. Through years of mentorship, academic support, and career exploration, Hope Ignites helped her...
Summer Scholar Experiences
The GuateMaya Service and Immersion Trip, led by Erin Beezley, Hope Ignites’ Director of Experiential Learning and Youth Development, is more than just sightseeing, it’s a deep dive into culture, connection, and service.The 2025 trip brought scholars from across the...
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