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Bridging Gaps To Empower Underserved Communities

LEAF is a 501(c)(3) education nonprofit bridging the leadership, education, and resource gap for college students from underserved communities.
About us


We curate a holistic program helping students navigate their college career with a focus on four key pillars:

Academic Planning
Professional Development
Mental & Physical Health
Social Acclimation
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Peer Mentorship

Apply to be a mentor or mentee!

This program pairs underclassmen students to upperclassmen mentors to help navigate academic success.

Interested in applying?
Email arleth.lozada@weareleaf.org for more info.

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Professional Network

Are you a working professional or graduate student?

Share your tips on career exploration, mental health, resume & interview prep, and more to young students navigating their college career. 

Email michael.kim@weareleaf.org for more info.

mentee memories

From social bonding to academic support, we pride ourselves on fostering impactful experiences for students.

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“My mentor created a safe space and always shared their personal experiences and allowed me to share my own! It made me feel comfortable around them!”

Mentee, Global Studies Major

Class of '25
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“She supported my decision to go to therapy and advised me when I struggled with my class schedule.”

Mentee, Sociology Major

Class of '25
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“I feel very comfortable asking my mentor about literally anything related to academics. This mentorship has been a support system where I feel comfortable expressing my worries in terms of academics, where I can actually get meaningful advice…”

Mentee, Pre-Psychobiology Major

Class of '26
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