Be Part of What Works

This Giving Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Educator with Students

Every student deserves the opportunity to succeed

Behind every successful student are educators, counselors, and caring adults who help them discover their potential, navigate challenges, and prepare for what’s next.

At Inspire Success, we believe that when we equip the adults who support students, we create opportunities for students to thrive.

That’s why we work alongside schools, educators, and educational partners to strengthen school counseling programs, expand college and career opportunities, and ensure more students have the support they need to succeed.

Our mission: Advance what works to elevate student success.

Your Support Makes More Possible

Inspire Success is a nonprofit organization committed to helping educators and schools better serve students.

Through practical resources, professional learning, and collaborative partnerships, we help turn promising ideas into meaningful opportunities for students.

But schools and grant funding alone can’t support everything we hope to accomplish.

That’s where you come in.

Your generosity helps us extend our reach, develop valuable resources, and strengthen the work of educators who make a difference in students’ lives every day.

What Does Impact Look Like?

One Example

In July 2026, Inspire Success welcomed 65 career and technical education (CTE) educators to our Workplace Specialist Bootcamp across four Indiana locations.

The training helped educators develop practical teaching strategies, strengthen classroom management skills, and prepare to support students from their very first day in the classroom.

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TOTAL 2026 PARTICIPANTS

18% Growth Over 2025

96.4%

PRESENTER APPROVAL

54 / 56 Strongly Agree

87.5%

CONTENT RELEVANCE

49 / 56 Strongly Agree

82.1%

FORMAT EFFECTIVENESS

46 / 56 Strongly Agree

Key Strengths

Participants praised the dynamic presentation style, hands-on CTE relevance, high peer interaction, and actionable strategies for first year teachers.

Key Growth Areas

Top recommendations focused on expanding workshop duration and providing additional lesson planning time.

What Participants Liked Most

Dynamic Energy & Engagement

High instructor enthusiasm, interactive discussion prompts, and a lively atmosphere that kept participants focused and interested throughout the session.

CTE-Specific Guidance

Tailored specifically for industry professionals transitioning into CTE teaching, offering crucial bridge strategies for non-traditional educators.

Peer Collaboration

Ample time dedicated to exchanging ideas, working in collaborative groups, and learning from fellow incoming Workplace Specialists across Indiana.

This is what it means to empower adults and impact students. And it’s just one example of the work your generosity helps us advance.

When you give to Inspire Success, you’re investing in the educators, resources, and opportunities that help students prepare for their futures.

Whether you’ve supported our work for years or are just getting to know us, we invite you to Be Part of What Works this Giving Tuesday.

Giving Tuesday is December 1, but you don’t have to wait to make a difference.

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Success Starts with Support. And That Includes Yours.

Be Part of the Impact

Every gift helps advance our mission.

Here are examples of the work your generosity can support:

  • $25: Help develop practical resources that support student success and career exploration.
  • $50: Help equip school counselors and educators with tools to better support students.
  • $100: Help strengthen professional learning resources for school counselors, student support professionals, and CTE educators.
  • $250: Help advance resources and strategies that strengthen school counseling programs and college and career readiness.
  • $500: Help expand support for schools working to improve student support systems and educational opportunities.
  • $1,000+: Help advance collaborative initiatives that connect schools, communities, and partners to improve student outcomes.

Every gift, regardless of size, supports the full mission of Inspire Success. Your unrestricted contribution allows us to direct resources where they are needed most to advance student success.

Donations can be made with a credit card using the form below or mailed to Inspire Success, PO Box 501, Paoli IN 47454.

Tax Deductible

Inspire Success is a nonprofit (501(c)3). Your tax-deductible gift helps us create and deliver quality professional development and other services to educators.

Easy

Donating to Inspire Success is easy! Complete the donation form on this page or mail a check to:
Inspire Success
PO Box 501, Paoli IN 47454

Secure

Inspire Success partners with Bloomerang for secure processing of online donations. Bloomerang is an expert in safe online giving.

Appreciated!​

Thank you for your support! We use all donations to support those who inspire students to succeed. 

Thank You for Being Part of What Works!

We’re grateful for every person who believes in the power of education and the potential of every student.

Together, we can continue advancing what works to elevate student success.

Empowering Adults. Impacting Students.