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Corporate Partnerships

10,000 Degrees believes in the power of partnerships as a win-win for organizations to advance community impact objectives and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies while furthering 10,000 Degrees mission to support students from low-income backgrounds to and through college. As a 10,000 Degrees corporate partner, your corporation can play a critical role in educating the next generation of professionals, in building a diverse talent pool, and in strengthening the economic vitality and social health of our communities.
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Why Partner With Us

Today, most for-profit companies develop relationships with nonprofits like 10,000 Degrees as a key component of their social responsibility and ESG strategies. Beyond connecting your staff to causes that matter to them, partnering with nonprofits has countless positive outcomes, such as:

  • Preparing the future workforce for your company and the Bay Area
  • Boosting employee satisfaction, well-being and pride
  • Increasing employee engagement in civic and community causes
  • Giving staff access to professional development and training
  • Offering skills-based volunteer opportunities
  • Strengthening your organization’s public image
  • Enhancing visibility through cross-marketing and media coverage
  • Attracting and retaining investors
  • Integrating with your ESG initiatives to promote economic mobility and social progress in our communities

Multiple Entry Points for Partnerships

There are many ways to partner with 10,000 Degrees, from volunteering, to internships, to mentoring. We are grateful for the many corporate partners that share a common goal with 10,000 Degrees to provide students from low-income backgrounds with greater access to career opportunities and resources. Businesses have successfully partnered with 10,000 Degrees in the following ways:

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

  • Host paid high school or college internships
  • Host or sponsoring career workshops
  • Mentor college students

VOLUNTEER

PHILANTHROPY

  • Provide student grants or scholarships
  • Sponsor 10,000 Degrees events
  • Promote corporate giving

COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION

  • Share impact stories through corporate communications, social media, and press announcements
  • Suggest specific projects where our work and organizational goals intersect
  • Inspire organizations and individuals beyond our immediate partnership

Partner Story

The Sharks Foundation and Tech CU recently partnered with 10,000 Degrees to support the ‘Money Matters: Budgeting For College’ program for San Jose students.

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Our Corporate Partners

We are grateful for our many corporate partners that share a common goal with 10,000 Degrees to provide students from low-income backgrounds with greater access to career opportunities and resources.

Our Career Success Corporate Partners

Thank you to the following corporations who support our Career Success program!

What Our Corporate Partners Say About Us

"Bank of America supports 10,000 Degrees' view that education is the foundation of a just and equitable society. 10,000 Degrees consistently -- and successfully -- works to break down barriers for students so that they can have a brighter future. We are proud to partner with 10,000 Degrees as they bring the college dream to all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic background. Here's to 40 more years of this impactful work!"
Mark Mokelke
Mark MokelkeBank of America Market Executive, Greater Bay Area
Bank of America
10,000 Degrees Marin Advisory Board Chair
"We at TPG are proud to support 10,000 Degrees in its mission to reach and empower young people through their education. We have had the privilege of working with the organization for many years, and deeply admire the program’s hands-on approach to mentorship and unwavering commitment to helping students from all backgrounds realize their full potential.”
Kevin Lowry
Kevin LowryManaging Director
TPG Capital
"Education is the great equalizer and organizations like 10000 Degrees are bridging the gap for underprivileged communities to access the opportunities and possibilities that education provides. At SOMO Group, we believe in the power of education and are proud to support organizations like 10000 Degrees in their mission to make a difference."
Brad Baker
Brad BakerCEO
SOMO Village
“BlackRock is proud to partner with 10,000 Degrees, an organization who shares our commitment to equity, and who works to strengthen communities by removing the barriers for students from low-income backgrounds to pursue higher education. We honored the role that they play in the Bay Area by selecting them as one of five recipients to receive the proceeds from BlackRock’s 2022 Giving Days.”
Robert Fischbach
Robert FischbachHead of the San Francisco Office
BlackRock
“We are dedicated to removing barriers for underserved students by providing access, support and resources to pursue STEM education and careers. We’re honored to partner with 10,000 Degrees in delivering comprehensive support through scholarships and mentorship opportunities that can uplift students and their entire communities.”
Lara Fedorov
Lara FedorovSenior Portfolio Manager
Medtronic Foundation
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