Our Focus
Future Institute, governed by an independent Future Institute Board of Directors, supports Concept high school seniors and graduates as they embark on the next stages of their lives in college and careers. We strive to foster positive graduate outcomes by providing programs that offer educational, social and career-building workshops, opportunities, mentorships, and financial assistance. Concept Schools is Future Institute’s fiscal sponsor and a non-profit educational organization 501(c)(3).
All of our programs are 100% privately funded.
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MissionTO PROMOTE CONCEPT SCHOOLS GRADUATES’ HIGH SCHOOL-TO-COLLEGE TRANSITION, COLLEGE PERSISTENCE, AND CAREER READINESS BY MEANS OF INNOVATIVE, RESEARCH-INFORMED PROGRAMS. |
VisionTO BUILD A BETTER SOCIETY BY PRODUCING THOUSANDS OF CAREER-READY GRADUATES POISED FOR PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS. |
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Future Institute is committed to driving and promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace for the benefit of our stakeholders and the communities in which we live, work, and serve. We foster an environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and talents. We also value, leverage, and respect the different perspectives and ideas of each individual and believe that everyone can reach their full potential. Our culture channels respect, trust, acceptance, and belonging. These values guide our mission and are our source of strength as we strive for a more equitable world.
Executive Summary
Future Institute, governed by an independent Future Institute Board of Directors, provides continued support to Concept students’ high school to college transition, college persistence, and career readiness by offering individualized support programs to help them navigate college and career pathways. Future Institute works to address post-secondary issues through two areas: College Access and College Success.
Concept Schools is Future Institute’s fiscal sponsor and a non-profit educational organization 501(c)(3).
WHO WE SERVE
Future Institute currently partners with and represents the graduates of the following schools across the Midwest: