cOLLEGE READINESS. REAL LEADERSHIP. A REAL PATH TO COLLEGE.
Freedom Fellows is Inspire Life’s year-long college readiness fellowship for high school scholars ages 15–18. It is designed for young people who are motivated, curious, and ready to explore the college process but may not have access to the structured support needed to get there. This program is not just for students with the highest GPAs. It is for scholars with potential, drive, and a willingness to try.
Who This Is For
Freedom Fellows is for students who have been overlooked, underestimated, or locked out of advanced opportunities due to systemic and historical barriers.
Many of our fellows are the very students who would thrive in honors tracks, gifted programs, and college prep spaces if given access, but their brilliance is not always reflected in the metrics used to measure potential.
This fellowship changes that.
Like Freedom School, this program recognizes the barriers scholars face and intentionally creates space for those who deserve a real shot.
What Fellows Receive
Consistent academic tutoring with dedicated math-focused tutors
SAT/ACT preparation to broaden the range of colleges and scholarships available
Monthly workshops on FAFSA, college admissions, essay writing, and financial aid led by real-world professionals
One-on-one mentorship throughout the program year
A multi-day HBCU college tour through Georgia, Alabama, and Louisiana with visits to historically significant Civil Rights sites
Visits to New Jersey and regional colleges within driving distance
A paid Junior Servant Leader Intern position the following summer, earning a stipend for real leadership work in Freedom School
A documented fellowship on their college applications that sets them apart
From Student to Leader
Fellows don't just prepare for college. They step into leadership on the way there. After completing the fellowship year, scholars return to Freedom School as paid Junior SLIs where they mentor younger scholars, model what it looks like to come from this community and pursue higher education, and earn a stipend that recognizes their service. That transition from student to leader is intentional. It means summer employment. It means visible leadership experience. And it means their college applications reflect not just potential but demonstrated commitment.
Our Services
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Meet the Team
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Monet Goode
FOUNDER
With a vision for building something meaningful, our founder brings a blend of big-picture thinking and hands-on experience.
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Emmett Marsh
SALES MANAGER
Focused, approachable, and driven by results, our sales manager is all about building strong relationships. They help connect people to the right solutions—with clarity and care. -
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Eleanor Parks
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Creative and strategic in equal measure, our marketing director brings fresh ideas to every campaign. They turn insights into action and help our message resonate with the right audience. -
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Karl Holland
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
Friendly, attentive, and always ready to help, our customer service manager ensures every interaction is a positive one. They keep communication clear, timely, and human.
