About Us

The Reality Changers Mission

We prepare youth to become first-generation college graduates and agents of change in their communities.

REALITY CHANGERS IN ACTION

A high school student

EDDY ('23)

"The tutoring and public speaking practice have been very helpful, but I also am just glad to have Reality Changers as a second home. There isn’t another program that has affected me as much as Reality Changers."
A college-bound high school senior

OLIVIA ('22)

"After we finished the college applications, we talked about things like living in dorms, getting used to the school, and getting involved. Because of Reality Changers, I feel prepared to go to college."
A first-gen college graduate

ASHLEY ('15)

"The Reality Changers Alumni Network has provided me the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. By participating in their programs, I have developed skills, formed goals, and built my network."

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Diversity-equity-inclusion

Being The Change We Wish To See

Reality Changers champions and walks alongside first-generation college students as we work together towards education equity. We are accountable to the diverse communities that we serve and we actively affirm the dignity of all individuals.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement codifies these values. In 2021, we were recognized as an “Outstanding Organization for Diversity & Inclusion” by the Association of Fundraising Professionals San Diego Chapter.

REALITY CHANGERS STRATEGIC PLAN

A FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE

The Reality Changers Strategic Plan is a guiding document for five years of growth and decision-making. Our ultimate objective is to expand and deepen our programming, helping to create more first-generation college graduates and agents of change.

REALITY CHANGERS' CORE VALUES

  • community

    COMMUNITY

    We value belonging and work to ensure individuals feel welcomed, included, and inspired to support each other.

  • learning

    LEARNING

    We continuously reflect on and grow from our experiences in order to strengthen our skills, knowledge, and impact.

  • equity

    EQUITY

    We follow the lead of those who are most impacted by historical and systemic injustices in order to pursue social change.

  • achievement

    ACHIEVEMENT

    We challenge each other to be our best and celebrate the collective effort, courage, and skill it takes to achieve our goals.

  • integrity

    INTEGRITY

    We take ownership of our actions and fight complacency by doing what’s right, not easy.

  • joy-hope

    JOY & HOPE

    We uplift others, practice gratitude, and bravely face what life has in store from one day to the next.

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