Our Impact

Every Student Can Be Inspired to Lead

2,500+

high school students served annually

88%

of students identify as persons of color

56+%

of students face barriers to success

60%

of students identify as female

Our Results

Our Programs Change Lives

Here are just a few impactful statements around building self-efficacy and confidence, transforming skill-sets, and gaining access to opportunities.

Leadership Development

100%

of students said they now see themselves as leaders as a result of our programs

94%

of students said they took on one or more new leadership roles after joining 21st Century Leaders

Career Readiness

95%

of students said they are clearer on knowing their career path after high school as a result of 21st Century Leaders, while 55% of students said they discovered a new career field they're now interested in pursuing

80%

of students said they grew and developed in our core leadership competencies

Inclusion

45%

of students said it was their first time seeing someone who looks like them in a career or position they want to be in

30%

of students said it was their first time interacting with peers outside of their geographic area

Progression in Leadership Roles

88%

21CL Alumni who currently hold leadership roles in their college, military, community and/or workforce

85%

21CL Alumni say that through involvement with 21CL, their professional leadership trajectory has progressed more than peers/work colleagues

99%

21CL Alumni say that 21CL has helped them foster a culture of inclusion and service practiced today

Reports

Our students are more than just impact numbers.
They are young people discovering who they are and who they want to be.

Our reports provide an in-depth look of how our programs are doing just that through powerful student testimonials and the partners who support us.

School-Year Reports

See our outcomes from programs and experiences provided to students and partners throughout the school year.

Annual Reports

View the impact we have all year long.

Summer Reports

Dive into each summer leadership institute report below or get a snapshot of the entire 2025 summer impact here.

Our Success Stories

Sharing the success stories of our organization and alumni is crucial in demonstrating the significant impact our programs have had, showcasing tangible results, and illustrating how special 21st Century Leaders is and continues to be.

December 4, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Kennedy Camp

Regardless of which 21CL program you attend, you gain essential soft skills—teamwork, leadership, grit, and public speaking—that will support you in any field. My advice to students is to take the networking opportunities seriously. People are eager to support you at this stage, and you never know how one connection could help shape your future.

October 16, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Wendy Cocke

looking back, the way I choose to lead likely has its roots in the 21CL program. I believe in servant leadership, advocating for owning our own career development, and investing in those around you, all tenets of the 21CL philosophy.

October 9, 2025

Alumni Spotlight: Kobi Warner

I believe 21CL is one of the most important programs and institutions an aspiring young leader can attend/ be a part of. I’ve had the privilege of attending the program, as well as working as a Summer Leadership Team member, Institute Director for the Summer Institutes and serving on the Alumni Board. I know what it is like to be heavily involved in 21CL and watch countless students go through the program and grow from their experiences

Audits

We firmly believe in being accountable to you, our community, and the public at large. Independent audits are conducted by a reputable and impartial third-party firm, and the results are available here to all our stakeholders and the general public.