Class 101
At Class 101, our mission is simple yet powerful: We empower students, serve families, and
inspire greatness. As a leader in college planning, our positioning is unique; we provide
year-round, individualized guidance that helps students not only access college but also persist
through graduation. Families, schools, and communities trust Class 101 (Irving, Atlanta, San
Francisco) to be a long-term partner in building brighter futures.
Future Allies partners with Class 101 to offer college prep at low or no cost.
Impact Report: Future Allies x Class 101
The Power of Partnership
Future Allies has been a transformative partner in this mission. By sponsoring students directly and introducing us to aligned nonprofits and education leaders, they have helped us expand our reach and strengthen our model of wraparound student support. Their investment has allowed Class 101 to combine academic preparation, college advising, and ongoing mentorship so students don’t just get into college, they succeed there.
Key Impact Highlights
25+ Students Sponsored & Supported by Future Allies through scholarships and program .
Expanded Network of Support: Through Future Allies, we were introduced to key partners that extended the depth of our services
Beyond 12 – a national nonprofit that provides virtual coaching, data, and technology to ensure first-generation and underrepresented students persist and graduate from college.
Thanks to this partnership, our first Class 101 cohort supported by Future Allies achieved a 100% retention rate in their first year of college, far surpassing the national average. This success demonstrates the power of combining pre-college advising with Beyond 12’s continued coaching once students are on campus.
NuLeadership – a community-based nonprofit dedicated to developing young leaders, advocating for equity, and providing resources to underserved youth. With their funding, several Class 101 students received scholarships to access our comprehensive college planning services.
Huntington Learning Center – a leader in tutoring and test prep. Through this partnership, Class 101 scholarship students were able to receive targeted academic tutoring and standardized test preparation, helping them boost GPAs and test scores.
Impact on Students & Families
100% College Acceptance Rate among Future Allies-sponsored students.
97% Accepted to Top 3 Choice Colleges, reflecting alignment of student goals and outcomes.
Over $11 Million in Scholarships Earned by Class of 2025 students across Class 101 Irving and Atlanta.
Persistence & Retention: With Beyond 12’s coaching, students are not only enrolling in college but thriving and staying on track for graduation.
Impact on Business Growth
Advisor Expansion: Funding and support allowed Class 101 to grow its advisor team, providing more individualized support.
Leveraged Partnerships: Future Allies’ connections multiplied our impact, introducing us to NuLeadership and Huntington, both of which strengthened academic and leadership pathways for our students.
Sustainable Growth: Sponsorships and strategic partnerships have accelerated progress toward our 289 student sign-up goal across Class 101 Irving, Atlanta, and San Francisco by 2026.
Looking Ahead
Future Allies’ support has built more than scholarships; it has created a sustainable ecosystem of partners. With their network and investment, Class 101 is committed to:
Expanding services to first-generation and underserved students.
Scaling the Beyond 12 model so those selected Class 101 graduates who need additional support have coaching through college.
Growing advisor capacity to serve additional families annually.
Building corporate and nonprofit partnerships to multiply impact and scholarship opportunities.
Future Allies has not only invested in Class 101 students but has truly poured into our mission at every level. Their commitment goes far beyond sponsorships; it is about building an ecosystem of opportunity. By connecting us with powerful partners like Beyond 12, NuLeadership, and Huntington Learning Center, Future Allies has ensured that students receive the academic, financial, and emotional support they need not only to access college but to thrive once they’re there.
Because of Future Allies, doors have been opened that once felt out of reach. Students are discovering their potential, families are experiencing hope, and entire communities are witnessing what’s possible when we collectively invest in education and equity. With theirsupport, our students aren’t just stepping onto a campus; they are staying, succeeding, and shaping a future where persistence and graduation are the norm, not the exception.
Future Allies embodies what it means to be a catalyst for change. Their investment fuels growth, their partnerships multiply impact, and their vision ensures that the next generation of leaders is equipped to rise higher than ever before. Together, we are proving that when we stand beside students every step of the way, from application to graduation, we don’t just change individual lives, we transform futures.
