RENEE Foundation RENEE Foundation
College Access & Education

MAKE IT
POSSIBLE

COLLEGE ACCESS / IE

Renee raised six kids and wanted every single one of them to go to college. Shareece made it to the NFL because education came first. Now we make college real and reachable for every young person in the Inland Empire.

200+ Students Served / Year 1 Goal
Free All Programs / Always
IE Inland Empire / Based
100% FAFSA Completion / Goal
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The Challenge

The IE Has Everything
Except the Pipeline

The Inland Empire is home to UCR, CSUSB, Cal Poly Pomona, and a dozen community colleges. We have the schools. What too many of our young people are missing is the roadmap, the support, and someone telling them: you belong there.

San Bernardino County has one of the lowest college completion rates in California. Not because the kids are not smart enough. Not because they do not want it. But because no one showed them the door, helped them fill out the paperwork, or drove them to a campus visit.

Renee wanted better for all six of her children. She pushed every single one of them toward higher education. That belief, that expectation, changed the trajectory of an entire family. The RENEE Foundation College Access program is that belief, scaled across the entire IE.

"

Education was the first thing I chased. Football came because of the discipline school built in me. You cannot shortcut that foundation.

Shareece Wright / NFL Cornerback / 8 Seasons

By the Numbers

The Gap Is Real.
We Are Closing It.

36% of San Bernardino County adults hold a college degree, one of the lowest rates in CA
58% of IE students are first-generation college students with no family guide
40% of FAFSA-eligible students in the IE leave financial aid on the table each year
3x more likely to complete college if students visit a campus before applying

Sources: Cal-SOAP CSUSB / SoCal CAN regional data / California Community Colleges Student Success Scorecard

WHAT WE OFFER

Every program is free. No income tests. No application fees. If you live in the Inland Empire and you want to go to college, we want to help you get there.

Campus Visit Program Monthly Tours

Transportation provided by bus from the Inland Empire. Parents welcome on select tours.

UC
UC Riverside
CSU
CSUSB
UC
UCLA
Private
USC
CSU
Cal Poly Pomona
CC
SB Valley College
CC
Crafton Hills
+More
Rotating Schedule

Program 02

Campus
Visit Program

A lot of IE kids have never stepped foot on a college campus. Not because they do not care about college, but because no one ever took them. We fix that. Every month, we load a bus, drive to a real campus, and let students see for themselves that they belong there.

Research consistently shows that students who visit a campus before applying are far more likely to enroll and complete their degree. A campus visit makes college feel real. That matters more than most people think.

  • Monthly tours to UC, CSU, and community college campuses
  • Transportation provided by bus from Inland Empire pickup points
  • Students meet admissions counselors face to face
  • Connect with current students and alumni from the IE
  • See dorms, classrooms, dining halls, and campus life up close
  • Parents welcome on select designated family tours
  • Post-visit debrief with program coaches to process questions
Monthly Bus Provided All Grade Levels Free
Academic Support Subject Focus Areas
Mathematics
Algebra through Pre-Calc. College-prep focus.
English / Writing
Essay structure, analysis, grammar, and SAT reading.
Science
Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Lab prep included.
College Strategies
Study skills, time management, and college-ready habits.
Online Option
Virtual tutoring for students without reliable transportation.
College Tutors
Local college students who tutor for volunteer hours. Real mentors, not strangers.

Program 04

Tutoring &
Academic Support

Getting into college and staying in college are two different challenges. Free after-school tutoring at community centers across the Inland Empire gives students the support they need before they ever set foot on a campus.

We partner with local college students to serve as tutors. They get volunteer hours and real mentoring experience. The high schoolers get tutors who look like them, who grew up where they grew up, and who made it work.

  • After-school tutoring at community centers throughout the IE
  • Core focus on math, English, and science for college prep courses
  • Local college student tutors providing peer mentorship
  • Online tutoring option for students without transportation
  • Progress tracking and regular check-ins with program coaches
  • AP and honors course support for advanced students
After-School In-Person + Online Free

Program 06

Parent
Education Track

Renee was a single mother who pushed all six of her children toward college, even when she was navigating it without a roadmap herself. Most IE parents want the same thing. They just need the information. These workshops are for them.

All sessions offered in English and Spanish. No cost. No judgment. Just real information for families who care about their kids' futures.

01
How to Support Your College-Bound Student
Practical strategies for parents at every stage of the college prep process. What to do, what not to do, and how to keep your relationship strong through a stressful time.
English / Espanol
02
The College Process for First-Generation Families
A plain-language overview of how the college application process works, from timelines to transcripts to recommendation letters. Nothing assumed. Everything explained.
English / Espanol
03
Navigating Financial Aid as a Family
Understanding the FAFSA from a parent's perspective. What information you need, what your expected contribution means, and how to advocate for the best financial aid offer.
English / Espanol
04
Preparing for the Transition to College
How to let go and stay connected. What students need in their first year, warning signs to watch for, and resources available to families after enrollment.
English / Espanol
Register for Parent Workshops
Annual Event / May

RENEE COLLEGE
SIGNING DAY

Athletes get signing days. Our scholars deserve one too. Every May, we celebrate the students who committed to their college futures with a ceremony worthy of the moment.

Students Sign on Stage Commitment letters, in front of their family
Family + Community A real community celebration
Media Coverage Local press and social spotlight
Modeled on Signing Days The same energy. The same pride. College.
Sign Up to Participate

Community Partners

We Do Not Do
This Alone

Every program is built on partnerships with the organizations already in the Inland Empire, doing the work, who just needed more firepower.

College Outreach
Cal-SOAP CSUSB
Regional Network
SoCal CAN
School District
San Bernardino City USD
School District
Colton Joint USD
School District
Rialto USD
Community College
San Bernardino Valley College
Community College
Crafton Hills College
Growing
Partner with Us
Become a Partner Organization

Year 1 Goals

We Are Measuring
Every Single One

Renee kept score. So do we. These are not aspirational numbers. These are commitments that the foundation is accountable to, publicly, starting in Year 1.

Year 1 / Students
200+
IE students served across all programs: prep academy, campus visits, tutoring, FAFSA clinics, and career exploration.
Year 1 / Campus Visits
50+
Campus tour seats filled across UC, CSU, and community college visits throughout the academic year.
Year 1 / FAFSA
100%
FAFSA completion rate for every student who participates in a RENEE Foundation financial aid clinic. Zero students left with unclaimed aid.
Year 1 / College Prep
2x
Double the college enrollment rate for program participants compared to the regional average for IE high school graduates.
Year 1 / Signing Day
75+
Students celebrated on stage at the inaugural RENEE College Signing Day in May with their families and community.
Year 1 / Partners
10+
Formal partnerships with school districts, community organizations, colleges, and local businesses supporting program delivery.

Get Involved

There Is a
Seat for You

Whether you are a student who wants to go to college, a parent who wants to understand the process, a volunteer who can tutor, or an organization that wants to partner, we want to hear from you.

Fill out this form and our team will follow up within three business days to connect you with the right program.

  • All programs are completely free for IE students and families
  • Volunteer tutors welcome, earn community service hours
  • Organizations can apply to become official partners
  • Bilingual support available for Spanish-speaking families
  • Response within 3 business days from our program team

COLLEGE ACCESS INQUIRY

Your information will never be shared or sold. A program team member will follow up within 3 business days. For urgent questions, email foundation@shareece.ai directly.

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