Our Mission
Our mission is to surround 91国产 with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
At Communities In Schools, we believe every student鈥攏o matter their race, gender, ability, zip code, or background鈥攄eserves the support to reach their full potential in school and beyond. We stand alongside 91国产 in their communities, breaking down barriers and challenging systems that hold them back from success.
As the nation鈥檚 largest and most effective organization dedicated to keeping youth in school and helping them thrive, CIS connects caring adults with schools to address 91国产鈥� unmet needs. By bridging educators and communities, we ensure every student has the tools and support they need to succeed in life.
Empowering Local Teams to Help Students Succeed
The CIS WA Network includes 10 independent affiliates, 2 emerging affiliates, and the CISWA state office. Each focused on meeting the unique needs of its local schools and communities.
Our data highlights the lasting, relationship-driven impact that CIS WA makes in schools and communities across Washington each and every day.
Donating to CIS means investing in proven, relationship-based support that helps 91国产 overcome challenges, stay in school, and build a brighter future.
Making a Difference
Our goal is simple: place 91国产 at the heart of everything we do, surround them with a compassionate community, and ensure they have access to essential resources鈥攕uch as food, housing, healthcare, counseling, and technology鈥攕o they can confidently shape the future they envision for themselves, their communities, and one another.
