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  Amy Grat, CEO, Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
November 26, 2024 at 4:08 PM

Kicking off the Giving Season with Gratitude

Dear John, It's your support that shapes students' futures. Help us unlock their potential! No student should face barriers to education, and yet so many do. 96% of Fulfillment Fund students are low-income. Nationally, 15% of low-income youth attai…
  Amy Grat, CEO, Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
November 14, 2024 at 4:02 PM

Your Support, Their Future.

Dear John, Together, we’re shaping futures, one student at a time. With your investment, Fulfillment Fund has served more than 33,000 students since our founding in 1977. We walk alongside young people from under-resourced backgrounds starting in h…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
September 26, 2024 at 7:59 PM

New Leadership, New Possibilities: Meet our CEO!

September 26, 2024Dear Friends and Supporters, We have thrilling news to share that marks a pivotal moment for Fulfillment Fund! After a comprehensive and thoughtful search, we are excited to announce the appointment of Amy Grat as our new CEO. Amy…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
August 8, 2024 at 9:48 PM

Guiding Bright Futures

August 2024 NewsletterWe are just two weeks away from the start of a new school year. And with that, we are thrilled to welcome a fresh cohort of high school students embarking on their college application journey. Our dedicated team of College Cou…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
July 3, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Summer of Success

July 2024 NewsletterAs we step into summer, Fulfillment Fund is excited to launch an array of initiatives to support students transitioning from high school to college. We are expanding our Financial Aid Office Hours to offer personalized assistanc…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
June 11, 2024 at 7:57 PM

From Graduation to Greatness!

June 2024 NewsletterAs the academic year draws to a close, we are thrilled to celebrate the high school graduation of our remarkable students. These young students have shown tremendous dedication and resilience, overcoming numerous challenges to r…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
June 1, 2024 at 5:07 PM

Raise Your Paddle

Tonight is the night! We look forward to seeing many of you at our annual Sip & Celebrate fundraiser. And for those of you who cannot be there, you can still participate and make a difference in our students’ lives by making a virtual “paddle r…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
May 21, 2024 at 7:55 PM

Last Chance! Tickets Closing Tomorrow for Unforgettable Evening with Fulfillment Fund

There's only one day left to secure your spot for an unforgettable evening celebrating the power of education! Join us on June 1st at the SLS Hotel for Sip & Celebrate — a night to honor philanthropist Pamela Buffett and raise critical funds fo…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
May 14, 2024 at 10:21 PM

Ticket Sales Close May 22

Join Fulfillment Fund for an unforgettable evening on June 1st at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills! Don't miss out on the excitement as we celebrate the impact of our mission and continue to empower students to achieve their educational dreams. Sip &…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
May 8, 2024 at 6:27 PM

A Guiding Light

May 2024 NewsletterThe delay in financial aid this year has required many colleges to push their commitment day. With this date rapidly approaching, our students are dealing with an added layer of uncertainty in their decision-making process. The l…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
April 18, 2024 at 11:13 PM

Celebrate the Transformative Power of Education

Don't miss the excitement of our upcoming Sip & Celebrate event on June 1st at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. We hope you will join us for this unforgettable evening of celebration and support for education. Sip & Celebrate is more than ju…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
April 9, 2024 at 8:45 PM

Students Need Champions

April 2024 NewsletterSince our last newsletter, we've made some progress in addressing a few of the challenges our students are encountering with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Social security numbers are no longer required t…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
March 27, 2024 at 9:00 PM

Reserve Your Spot

Join us on June 1st! Sip & Celebrate is Fulfillment Fund’s annual event that brings together our community for an inspiring, meaningful night of celebration. This year, we will honor Pamela Buffett for her commitment to supporting edu…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
March 13, 2024 at 7:13 PM

Urgent: Can we count on you?

March 2024 NewsletterDespite efforts to support Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion, data shows a 49% decrease in rates compared to the previous year. The journey through the FAFSA has always been vital for millions of first…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
March 7, 2024 at 6:54 PM

It's a Celebration! — June 1st

Save the Date! Our fifth annual Sip & Celebrate event returns on June 1. More details to follow. For information about tickets, tables, and sponsorships, please contact Carole Crone. Check us out on …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
February 7, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Embracing a New Chapter

February 2024 Newsletter The Fulfillment Fund office is officially opening its doors to our community! Our new space represents more than just an office; it deepens our commitment to cultivating a supportive environment where learning and …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
January 26, 2024 at 6:05 PM

"Enrollment" Ends Monday

Join us as we kick off a new chapter for Fulfillment Fund and inaugurate our new office in Downtown L.A.! Don't miss the opportunity to see our new space and reunite with Fulfillment Fund friends and family as we celebrate with a festive o…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
January 17, 2024 at 7:29 PM

You've Been Accepted!

Fulfillment Fund is bringing our supporters, volunteers, and alumni together to kick off a new chapter and inaugurate our new office! Discover our vibrant space designed to better and more accessibly support our youth on their educational…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
January 10, 2024 at 7:55 PM

Unlocking Access to Higher Education

January 2024 NewsletterAs we embark on 2024, we're excited to usher in not just a new year but also a new phase in the journey toward higher education. With the beginning of the year comes the opening of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid…
  Joanne Reyes · [email protected]
January 4, 2024 at 7:01 PM

Thank You for Empowering Futures in 2023!

Dear John, We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generosity and participation in our fundraising effort this past end of year. Your support is instrumental in making a positive impact on the lives of countless stude…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
January 1, 2024 at 4:31 PM

Cheers to a Fulfilling New Year!

As the year comes to a close, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support of Fulfillment Fund. Your generosity has made a meaningful impact on the lives of countless students. Wishing you a New Year filled with joy…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 3:02 PM

Make the Last Day Count

John, Today is the final day to make a tax-deductible donation for 2023, and we wanted to remind you of the incredible impact your support can have on the dreams of lower-income and first-generation students. Your generosity can make a las…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
December 27, 2023 at 6:02 PM

Sitting on the donation fence?

Dear John, You probably get asked to support many worthy causes. But you’re reading this because you believe in the transformative power of education and understand that we must do more to support first-generation students from low-income communiti…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
December 22, 2023 at 5:02 PM

The Spirit of Togetherness

Wishing you a season filled with warmth, joy, and gratitude. In the spirit of togetherness, we extend our heartfelt thanks for your support and kindness throughout the year. We have accomplished so much this year, and none of it would be possible w…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
December 19, 2023 at 8:01 PM

A Tale of Two Counselors

Being a first-generation student, Fatima didn’t know she needed to complete other financial aid forms for the highly selective colleges she dreamt of attending and missed the deadlines. Despondent that she couldn’t afford it, even if she got in, sh…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
December 15, 2023 at 7:32 PM

Important: Updated Mailing Address for Donations

Dear John, As you may know, we recently moved from 6100 Wilshire Blvd. to our new office in downtown L.A. Unfortunately, we have been experiencing postal service issues with mail being forwarded to us. To ensure that your generous donations reach u…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
December 14, 2023 at 6:01 PM

Celebrating Community

December 2023 NewsletterAs the holiday season unfolds, we at Fulfillment Fund are reflecting on the profound impact of community. In times of joy and challenge, the power of togetherness transcends differences and unites us all. Let's celebrate the…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
December 5, 2023 at 8:02 PM

Your Donation in Action

After becoming incarcerated in his senior year of high school, Emerson felt lost. He knew he’d made mistakes but he wasn’t ready to give up on himself, even if he felt others had. With Fulfillment Fund’s resolute support, he carved a path forward f…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 3:57 PM

The Power of You

Join us this GivingTuesday in supporting our students! This global event unleashes the power of people to transform their communities and the world. When you support Fulfillment Fund, you become a part of our mission to make college a reality for s…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
November 21, 2023 at 9:03 PM

A Memory of the Heart

Dear John, It is thanks to your commitment and passion to help students that we are able to achieve our mission. Even through much uncertainty, we continue to uplift students and guide them on their paths to becoming college graduates and achieving…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
November 15, 2023 at 6:02 PM

A little help goes a long way

John, We wanted to take this opportunity to tell you about Nazario, a natural-born leader with a strong sense of community who, like many of our students, questioned if he could afford college. Joining Fulfillment Fund while in high school, Nazario…
  Joanne Reyes · [email protected]
November 8, 2023 at 6:27 PM

Uplift Students. Empower Futures.

Dear John, With the end of the year at hand, I reflect with pride and gratitude on the past year. Fulfillment Fund empowered 3,660 students in Los Angeles to prepare for, get into, afford, and graduate from college — and embark on a steady career p…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
November 1, 2023 at 5:32 PM

Full Steam Ahead

November 2023 Newsletter When we returned to our partner school sites after the pandemic, things were not yet ready to “go back to normal.” We encountered many new challenges that limited our presence on campus due to safety protocols and …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
October 4, 2023 at 6:18 PM

Application season is here!

October 2023 Newsletter The fall semester is in full swing, and so is college application season. Our College Access team is hosting a series of in-person workshops for Fulfillment Fund high school students taking on the college admissions…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
September 7, 2023 at 5:01 PM

Fall Has Begun

September 2023 Newsletter The 2023 fall semester is officially back in session! New and returning students in our College Access program are guided through the semester by our team of College Counselors. In preparation for the upcoming col…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
September 1, 2023 at 5:01 PM

We've Moved!

Donate Now Check us out on social media! Shopping at Ralphs? Support Fulfillment Fund with every purchase. …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
August 2, 2023 at 5:10 PM

Back to School Already?

August 2023 Newsletter Summer has just flown by, and the L.A. Unified school year begins in less than two weeks. Our College Access team is excited to welcome the 9th grade high school cohort to our Fulfillment Fund College Access Program.…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
July 7, 2023 at 11:01 PM

We are Unwavering

As our country celebrated Independence Day, it came at a time when many are questioning the guarantee of equality memorialized in our Declaration of Independence. Two historic U.S. Supreme Court decisions —on affirmative action and student loan deb…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
July 6, 2023 at 5:35 PM

Summer in Full Swing

July 2023 Newsletter While summer has officially begun, the momentum that Fulfillment Fund built throughout the school year continues. Our College Success team is continuing enrollment for incoming freshmen to join our College Success Prog…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
June 6, 2023 at 8:16 PM

Graduation (Coming Soon!)

June 2023 Newsletter With the graduation milestone ahead, Fulfillment Fund is ready to guide students through the next phase – completing their college registration and financial aid documents, and ensuring they meet their deadlines to sta…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
May 23, 2023 at 6:07 PM

Online Ticket Sales Close Tomorrow

It’s your last chance to purchase tickets for an unforgettable evening to come together with the Fulfillment Fund family for an inspiring, meaningful night of community, celebration, and a delicious seated dinner. Online ticket and …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
May 18, 2023 at 6:07 PM

Last Week to Get Tickets!

Don’t miss your chance to come together with the Fulfillment Fund community to celebrate our students and our mission during our annual spring event. On Saturday, June 3rd, we’ll host an evening with delicious food and an uplifting …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
May 11, 2023 at 6:07 PM

Presenting this year’s honoree...

Sip & Celebrate at our annual spring event as we honor Lakeshore Learning for their decades-long commitment to enriching education through play and their sustained support for Fulfillment Fund’s mission. Come and enjoy a night o…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
May 4, 2023 at 5:03 PM

Another Step Closer

May 2023 Newsletter Getting accepted into college is an exciting moment for students, but it becomes even more real once they decide where to enroll for the fall! This is possibly one of the first and most significant steps to realizing a …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
April 27, 2023 at 5:46 PM

Impactful Partnerships: A Look at 2022

As schools and public spaces reopened for the 2021-22 academic year, we focused on building and strengthening our partnerships and seeking new collaboration opportunities. We helped our current school partners to keep our students college-bound whi…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
April 20, 2023 at 5:40 PM

Fulfillment Fund + LA's Hottest New Restaurant

By now, you’ve probably heard that Fulfillment Fund’s spring event, Sip & Celebrate, will take place at the historic art deco Citizen News Building on Saturday, June 3. Even more exciting: the menu will be curated by Chef Evan F…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
April 5, 2023 at 11:02 PM

You’ve Been Accepted!

April 2023 Newsletter Do you recall seeing your college acceptance letters? Often, one could tell just by the envelope size. Today, students can tell right away from the subject line whether they are receiving the news they were hoping for…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
March 24, 2023 at 10:51 PM

Make A Difference at Sip

Sip & Celebrate is Fulfillment Fund’s annual spring event that brings together our community for an inspiring, meaningful night of celebration. This year's in-person event will honor Lakeshore Learning's commitment to supporting…
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
March 9, 2023 at 9:57 PM

Ready for a Pulse Check?

March 2023 Newsletter The waiting period begins as our students finish their college and scholarship applications. They have planted their seed and are watching for those first glimpses of growth. It’s a pause before the excitement of the …
  Fulfillment Fund · [email protected]
March 1, 2023 at 9:14 PM

Let's Sip in June!

Mark your calendars — Sip & Celebrate is returning this spring! More details to follow. For information about tickets, tables, and sponsorships, please get in touch with Carole Crone. Check us …