Get Involved
Want to help? There’s always a place for you here!
Whether you’re a parent, a tutor, or a donor, you can change a child’s story with The BrightRise Foundation. Give an hour a week, make a one-time gift, or simply tell a family about us. Every kind of help reaches a real kid.
Whether you’re a parent, a tutor, or a donor, you can change a child’s story with The BrightRise Foundation. Give an hour a week, make a one-time gift, or simply tell a family about us. Every kind of help reaches a real kid.
Three ways to help a kid rise
For Families
Give your child the one-on-one help school can’t always give
The BrightRise Foundation exists for families who can't afford private tutoring. Enrolling is free and takes minutes.
Completely free
No fees, no hidden costs. Tutoring, mentorship, and materials included.
Completely free
No fees, no hidden costs. Tutoring, mentorship, and materials included.
Where you are
In person at local libraries and via Zoom, with multilingual resources for your family.
Where you are
In person at local libraries and via Zoom, with multilingual resources for your family.
Completely free
No fees, no hidden costs. Tutoring, mentorship, and materials included.
Where you are
In person at local libraries and via Zoom, with multilingual resources for your family.
Becoming a Tutor
From application to first session
01
Apply online
Tell us who you are, what subjects you can teach, and your availability.
02
Get verified
A quick identity verification. It keeps kids safe and families confident.
03
Meet your student
We match you with a child whose needs fit what you can offer.
04
Start tutoring
Sessions that fit your schedule, with our team behind you the whole way.
01
Apply online
Tell us who you are, what subjects you can teach, and your availability.
02
Get verified
A quick identity verification. It keeps kids safe and families confident.
03
Meet your student
We match you with a child whose needs fit what you can offer.
04
Start tutoring
Sessions that fit your schedule, with our team behind you the whole way.
More Ways to Help
Not ready to tutor or give? You can still matter.
Some of our most valuable support costs nothing at all.
Spread the word
Tell a family who could use us. Mention The BrightRise Foundation to a teacher, a librarian, a neighbor. Most families find free help because someone cared enough to pass it on.
Follow & amplify
Follow The BrightRise Foundation and share what we post. Every share helps another family discover that free tutoring exists, and shows our students that a whole community is cheering for them.
Spread the word
Tell a family who could use us. Mention The BrightRise Foundation to a teacher, a librarian, a neighbor. Most families find free help because someone cared enough to pass it on.
Follow & amplify
Follow The BrightRise Foundation and share what we post. Every share helps another family discover that free tutoring exists, and shows our students that a whole community is cheering for them.
Every donation counts
Every dollar goes to tutoring, school supplies, and technology for kids who need them. Even a small gift goes a long way.
Every dollar goes to tutoring, school supplies, and technology for kids who need them. Even a small gift goes a long way.
Frequently Asked Questions
This covers everything that parents, volunteers, and donors frequently ask us about, providing comprehensive answers to their most common questions and concerns.
Who can volunteer?
What subjects can I tutor?
Why do you verify every volunteer?
How much time do I need to give?
Can I help without tutoring or donating?
Who can volunteer?
What subjects can I tutor?
Why do you verify every volunteer?
How much time do I need to give?
Can I help without tutoring or donating?
© 2026 The Brightrise Foundation. All rights reserved.
© 2026 The Brightrise Foundation. All rights reserved.
© 2026 The Brightrise Foundation. All rights reserved.
© 2026 The Brightrise Foundation. All rights reserved.