College application season can be a stressful and expensive time for parents and students alike. As a result, a growing number of employers are offering benefits to assist parents of college-age children — ranging from student loan repayment to college savings plans and tuition reimbursement.
But Girls with Impact is taking a different approach to preparing for college — and real estate brokerage Houlihan Lawrence, electric company Eversource Energy and manufacturer Stanley Black & Decker are already on board. The non-profit runs a 12-week after-school mentorship program for teenage girls who want to learn entrepreneurial skills before college. Employers can subsidize tuition or scholarships for Girls with Impact if workers choose to enroll their children.
