GRACIAS
2024-25 Volunteer Appreciation Week
Follow us on the GRACIAS Instagram page @gracias_atl and join us for our 2024-25 Volunteer Appreciation Week to celebrate the contributions of our hard-working volunteers to the GRACIAS mission!
GRACIAS to our volunteers!
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Upcoming Events
Si Se Puede with Augusta UniversityTue, Apr 29Zoom
Town Hall: Supporting Our ChildrenThu, May 01Zoom
Our Services
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Community Presentations and Outreach Events
Going to public schools and community centers holding events where we...
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Connect students with current college students and alumni
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Provide information about college options and the application process
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Provide information about financial aid and scholarships
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Advice about better preparing and adapting to college
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Provide information about jobs made possible with a college education
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Assist with completing the FAFSA
The Atlanta Latino Community
The Latino community in Metro Atlanta is...
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2nd biggest growing ethnic group, increasing at rate of 31% (source: Atlanta Regional)
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1/4 or 1/3 of students in school districts are Latino (Atlanta Regional)
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no greater than 12% enrollment in most colleges and universities are Latino (Excelencia in Education)
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only 45.8% of Latinos pursue a college education (Excelencia in Education)
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highest drop-out rate of any ethnic group (Excelencia in Education)
Common Barriers to Higher Education
Insufficient Funds to Afford Higher Education
Limited Access to College Preparation & Support
Unawareness of Admissions Process & Financial Aid
Extended Duties & Financial Responsibilities
Cultural and Familial Expectations
