Future 100
A 12-week program designed to introduce high school students to diverse
workforce opportunities.
Program Pillars
Six topics. One transformative
experience.
History of the 100
Leadership
Community Service
Professional Development
Health & Well-being
Financial Literacy
Why it works
“The 100 connects with professionals in our community who conduct 60 to 90-minute workshops on leadership, professional development, and financial literacy.”
About the program
Future 100 introduces high school students to the wide range of careers and futures within their reach. Over 12 weeks, professionals from across Central New York lead 60- to 90-minute workshops built around six pillars: the history of the 100, leadership, community service, professional development, health and well-being, and financial literacy.
Students move through the program together as a cohort, staying with the same group from the first session to the last. Each week pairs real-world exposure — guest speakers, worksite visits, hands-on activities — with honest conversation about where a young man wants to go and what it takes to get there.
PROGRAM GOALS
01
Open students’ eyes to careers they haven’t pictured
Guest professionals, worksite visits and hands-on workshops that show what’s possible across industries in Central New York.
02
Grow leaders who can carry it home
Workshops in leadership, community service and professional development — skills students can put to use right away.
03
Send every student off knowing how money works
Practical financial literacy: earning, saving, budgeting and planning for what comes next.
