Building Hope

BUILDing Lives

Students in underserved communities have the same potential as young people in other communities. The difference comes in the level of support they receive, both emotionally and financially. Your generosity can provide opportunities for those most in need.

Donors & Supporters

Help Us Bridge the Educational Gap


In an ideal society, every young person would have the same opportunities. It’s the gap between this admirable notion and the harsh reality that BUILD aims to fill. And although we’re making great strides, we don’t have the money or resources to help all of the worthy young people that need – and deserve – our help.

Companies like Levi Strauss and Electronic Arts generously support BUILD with funding and resources (see our complete list of supporters). And with your help, we can continue to expand into new communities, help the students in those areas, and break the cycle of poverty.

Our successful track record, combined with efficient processes and systems, proves our long-term viability and ability to expand. Please help us in our important mission.

Serving Those Who Just Need an Opportunity


Our donors know that their generous contributions help those most in need - students who aren’t labeled as “college material”. And if it weren’t for BUILD, many of our students would drop out of high school and end up in the criminal justice system. Yet because of the opportunities we provide, our students become successful individuals and community leaders.

To learn more about supporting BUILD, please contact Christa Roth, Managing Director, at croth@build.org or 650-688-5859.