My biggest impact has been consistency in the lives of children and youth who have not had adults show up for their holistic development across their ages and stages. Since I graduate school, I have served as a before-and after-school teacher, tutor, case manager, children’s ministry director, and a family support specialist. I have also had the pleasure of contributing to community-based continuities of care. Being a mentor was an integral part of my contributions. 10,000 Degrees showed me the power of mentorship by providing one with my scholarship as a college student.
Alumni Story
Ashley M. Blanco
10,000 Degrees Alum
Brown University, M.A., 2009
Howard University, B.A., 2008
2023 Alumni Changemaker Honoree
“My biggest impact has been consistency in the lives of children and youth who have not had adults show up for their holistic development across their ages and stages.”
2023 Alumni Changemaker Honoree
“10,000 Degrees showed me the power of mentorship by providing one with my scholarship as a college student.”