10,000 Degrees
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
10,000 Degrees is a California-based nonprofit focused on educational equity, providing scholarships and college-success support. Its mission is to help students from low-income backgrounds access and complete college—and to extend support beyond graduation to realize their potential and benefit their communities. The organization serves more than 12,000 high school and college students annually, pairing them with mentors who are recent graduates to share experiences and provide guidance, resources, and one-on-one support, with a focus on transfer pathways from community colleges. Headquartered in San Rafael, Northern California, it delivers wraparound services adapted to the needs of students, schools, and communities. In 2024, Acton Circle partnered with 10,000 Degrees to develop materials including an impact report, a strategic plan, a donor booklet, and microsites.