Thread extends a school-based tutoring program to the home, providing both academic and social support to youth struggling with poverty, drugs, and violence.

High School freshman who have failed at least 50% of their courses and face one of the following psychosocial challenges are selected to join Thread and receive support through college graduation.

Thread Families coach life skills through activities based on 3 elements: academic assistance, community service, and team-building.

Volunteers also coach organizational skills, seek regular feedback from teachers, and navigate the college application and financial aid processes.

Field trips such as camping and high-ropes courses are designed to develop trust, communication skills, and problem solving ability.