BRONZEVILLE STUDENTS ARE READY. ARE YOU?
Help us reach our goal: Equip 125 Perspectives IIT students with resilience, connection & career readiness in 2026.
Miss Moore, Mentor & Teacher, Perspectives IIT
"Who wouldn't want to be a part of this? This is very unique...our kids are so well deserving of it."
Perspectives IIT Math & Science Academy is ready to bring Prismatic's transformative leadership programming to their students.
Our 2025 year-end campaign is focused entirely on making this partnership a reality—a concentrated investment that allows us to build a meaningful, lasting impact in one Bronzeville school community.
$36,000 serves 125 students in 2026. Every contribution made before December 31st, 2025 will help us reach our goal.
Campaign Progress
Help Us Reach Our Goal
New to Prismatic?
We partner with schools and community spaces throughout Chicago, transforming classrooms into personal development hubs. Through research-backed social emotional learning programs, we empower youth to build thriving adult lives through comprehensive emotional intelligence skills.
Follow our student journey below!
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Phase 1
Beginning: Discovering Your Authentic Self
Students explore their unique strengths through personality assessments and identify their "flow states" — moments when natural talents shine. Through workshops on building authentic confidence and managing social media mindfully, they develop self-awareness that becomes their foundation. “I learned that knowing your fear and weakness makes you a stronger person,” shares Denise, a Prismatic student.
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Phase 2
Developing: Building Your Purpose & Resilience
Students craft personal mission statements connecting their values to meaningful impact. They learn practical mental-health strategies through our self-care series, explore time management aligned with their strengths, and practice recovering from disappointment — building resilience for life's challenges. Through boundary-setting workshops, they protect their energy while strengthening relationships.
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Phase 3
Expanding: Cultivating Leadership & Career
Students explore diverse leadership styles and learn that true leadership starts with emotional intelligence. Through our “Dream Big” vision and goal-setting series, they translate aspirations into achievable plans. Live panel discussions — from “Overcoming Adversity” to “Mission-Driven Careers” — connect classroom learning to real possibilities. “From the volunteers, I learned how to really connect with people,” says Jasmine.
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Phase 4
Launching: Taking Action & Building Networks
The journey culminates with students mastering their elevator pitch, developing financial-literacy foundations, and engaging in speed-networking with professionals. Coffee chats with startup experts and “Day in the Life” sessions with industry leaders transform abstract career paths into tangible opportunities. Students leave with actionable plans and professional connections.
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Phase 5
Thriving: Applying Skills at Cultivate
At Cultivate - Prismatic's annual, intergenerational leadershio conference - students bring their learning to life — stepping into professional spaces alongside Chicago’s top leaders. Through mentorship and networking, they practice emotional intelligence, share their stories, and build authentic career connections. They leave with a deeper sense of purpose, stronger confidence in their abilities, and a clear understanding of how to turn their passions into impact.
our results
93% of our students report improved relationships.
Our in-school programs boast an 82% student engagement rate, nearly twice the national average.
100% of our students experience a 10% increase in confidence from start to end of programming.
FAQs
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Immediately after donating, you'll receive an emailed receipt recording your campaign contribution. From there, you'll be added to Prismatic's mailing list, where you'll get an inside look at the impact of your investment. Through student stories and video updates, you'll see firsthand how Perspectives IIT students grow in resilience, connection, and career readiness throughout their time with Prismatic.
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That would be incredible! Perspectives IIT would love to bring Prismatic programming to as many students as possible. Every dollar raised goes directly to serving students. If we exceed our goal, we'll expand the number of students we can support with this transformative programming.
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Any amount raised through this campaign will go directly to programming serving Perspectives IIT Math and Science Academy. Even if the scope of our program is reduced to a smaller number of students, we are committed to this partnership.
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Deep, sustained impact requires focused investment. By partnering with one school community, we can build meaningful relationships, tailor our programming to students' specific needs, and create lasting transformation. This concentrated approach allows us to truly embed social-emotional learning into the fabric of Perspectives IIT.
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Yes! Prismatic is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. You'll receive a receipt for your donation that you can use for tax purposes.
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Prismatic brings social-emotional learning directly into classrooms, focusing on three core pillars: social connectivity, resilience, and employability. Through interactive workshops, mentorship opportunities, and career exploration, students develop the skills to navigate challenges, build meaningful relationships, and prepare for their futures—both in college and beyond.
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Yes! 30% of our programs are funded by corporate partners. If you’re interested in corporate options, email debra@prismaticmovement.org to learn more.