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10,000 Degrees Helping Students Go to College

10,000 Degree is featured on ABC7 News for our work in helping Bay Area students navigate the path to and through college.
Source: ABC 7 News

A Vexing Problem for College Students: Course Availability

Ivette House, 10,000 Degrees Deputy Program Officer and 10,000 Degrees student, Jesner Alvarez, share how college course shutouts are a financial barrier.
Source: New York Times

Kim Mazzuca & Judy Edgar Receive CBS Icon Award

Kim Mazzuca, President & CEO, and Judy Edgar, our Founder, have been named this week’s CBS News Bay Area Icon Award winners—recognizing local community heroes for their lasting impact and outstanding service in making the San Francisco Bay Area a better place.
Source: CBS News

Coverage of Kim Mazzuca & Judy Edgar Receive CBS Icon Award

Coverage of Kim Mazzuca, President & CEO, and Judy Edgar, our Founder, receiving the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award recognizing local community heroes for their lasting impact and outstanding service in making the San Francisco Bay Area a better place.
Source: Various

Alum’s Journey Fueled by Family, Community, Hard Work

10,000 Degrees program manager and alum, Oscar Villalobos Campos, highlights his family's sacrifice, support from the community, and his hard work as he shares his college and career journey.
Source: Patch

MacKenzie Scott Donated $7.1 Billion to Nonprofits in 2025

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott gave $7.1 billion to various nonprofits and charities last year, including 10,000 Degrees.
Source: Good News Network

The Power of Education: From the Desk of Kim Mazzuca

We Must All Act in This Moment

February 18, 2026

A Message of Gratitude

January 20, 2026

Setting the Stage: Our $42M Gift and the Next Decade of Opportunity

November 20, 2025

Announcing Historic MacKenzie Scott Gift to 10,000 Degrees

October 8, 2025

Celebrating the Back to School Spirit

September 17, 2025

In Challenging Times: Finding Hope and Staying Steadfast

June 25, 2025

Announcements

Bay Area Host Committee Recognizes 10,000 Degrees with Community Impact Award

Sonoma Changemakers Celebration Highlights Local Alumni Changemakers

Money Matters: Budgeting for College Workshop At Woodside High School

MacKenzie Scott Donates $42 Million Gift to 10,000 Degrees