UNT TRIO Upward Bound works with first-generation, income-eligible high schoolers from Denton County schools. We strive to provide our students the best resources and experiences possible and with your help, we'll be able to empower our college-bound students.

How to give and what your gift supports

  1. Choose your gift type. Select a one-time or recurring gift, then pick an amount or enter your own.
  2. Choose where your gift goes. In the fund menu, select:
    • Upward Bound Scholarship Account: scholarships for UB seniors heading to college that will be given out to those who complete applications in their senior year expressing their need for it. 
    • Upward Bound Excellence Fund: general support for UB students and programming such as field trips, instructional supplies, and more educational experiences that will empower student development.
  3. Add optional details. You can give anonymously, dedicate your gift, give on behalf of an organization, or check whether your employer will match your donation.
  4. Enter your contact information and click Give Securely.

 

With your contribution, you'll have a part in brightening our students' futures.

West Grant (Students from Ryan, Denton, and Sanger High)
  • 92% postsecondary enrollment rate
  • 64% of the 2019 cohort earned a college degree within six years, well above the 42% federal benchmark
East Grant (Students from Aubrey, Braswell, Krum, and Little Elm)
  • 98% of non-seniors promoted to the next grade level
  • 100% of college-ready participants enrolled in postsecondary education

Other ways to support

For other ways to support the program please contact us through our program email: UNTUpwardBound@unt.edu.