Our Vision

A community that prepares students for the world ahead.

Our services across Santa Barbara County

Our mission is to empower students for the world ahead through business, school, and community collaboration.

We do this by creating and supporting inspiring, skill-building opportunities for youth along their TK-12 journey.

Volunteer & Career Readiness Programming for Schools

Request volunteer guest speakers and tutors, and schoolwide events such as Career Days and Mock Interviews for your campus(es).

Job Readiness & Internships for High School Juniors and Seniors

Gain paid job readiness training and career coaching, then becoming eligible for a paid internship.

Free Computers & Tech Support for All Students and Families

Schedule a call with us to obtain your free computer or receive personalized help with internet/technology challenges.

Business & Community Engagement

Join us to create meaningful ways—from volunteering to hosting interns—for your business or organizations, to invest early and often in our community’s youth who will one day be our leaders and future workforce.

By the numbers

Computers

9000

distributed to families in need

Hours

200000

of service delivered

High School Youth

500

received job readiness training and work experience

Take Action!

Make a charitable donation to Partners in Education

Get Involved

Become a Volunteer

Volunteer guest speakers, tutors, and more are an essential ingredient to student success. Find a virtual or in-person role that is right for you, your interests, and your schedule.

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Donate a Computer

All students and their families deserve access to internet and computers, especially when school requires it. Repurpose your gently used hardware for a family in need.

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Hire an Intern

Working with interns benefits your own organization AND supports a high school student aspiring to work in your field. Learn more about the low-cost arrangement participating employers describe as a win-win.

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Sponsor an Internship

Not able to supervise and mentor an intern yourself, but want to support a student’s pursuit of their career dreams? Your contribution covers the cost of wages. Thank you!