What is backing?

Backing is using our platform’s tools to support high-performing, under-resourced students in whatever way works best for you. It can mean:

Connecting & Encouraging

Meet students who share your interests, background, or identity in Networks. Cheer them on by commenting or liking their posts. If you decide you want to provide one or more ongoing support, join their Panels!

Sharing Knowledge & Resources

Share your insights and experiences by commenting on students’ posts in Networks, posting a resource on a student's Panel feed, or responding to a 15-minute mini-interview.

Sharing Connections

Go the extra mile for a student: Introduce them to someone you know, recommend them for an opportunity, or set up a Zoom call so you can support them in preparing for big moments--like an upcoming interview!

Best way to see how easy and rewarding being a backr really is? Give it a try, commitment-free.

Make a difference in minutes.

Kaothara is a junior at Amherst college who aims to become a software engineer. Learn how backrs are championing her aspirations and why the diverse community on our platform is important to her.

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Our students are aspiring high.

Hand-picked by our school and youth org partners, 100% of the students you'll meet on Backrs are committed to making the most of the support they receive. Get to know some of them; we guarantee you’ll be inspired:

Backrs has helped me create goals that are long and short term that make me feel accomplished.

Mariela G.

UNC Greensboro

Freshman

I love that Backrs has such an amazing tool to help me search for job opportunities and scholarships. It’s versatile and easy to use.

Matteo A.

High School

Sophomore

I have also been able to use provided resources from Backrs to set and stick to goals, study for the ACT, make a college list, and study for driving.

Kerie’a D

High School

Junior

It's not often you see people my age asking genuine questions about their future and being provided authentic and nonjudgemental responses from professionals.

Taylor H.

Emory University

Sophomore

The Backrs platform encourages transparency, accountability, and genuine engagement, making it more than just a transactional experience.

Alisha K.

BlueSky

Freshman

The community and AI system propose helpful solutions to problems I care about and help me prepare for the future.

Gage R.

High School

Junior

Whether I need resources, professional connections, or advice, I know I can turn to Backrs.

Samantha C.

High School

Senior

With Backrs, I now feel integrated into a community that values my prospects in terms of education and my personal well-being.

Jaquelin P.

Kennesaw State University

Senior

Backrs has helped me secure an internship with a company that aligns with my major and minor!

Aurella K.

Mars Hill University

Sophomore

Backrs’ Blueprint helped me pinpoint the best career paths and exactly what I need to do to succeed in my career journey.

Nesha H.

Kennesaw State University

Senior

What I love about Backrs is how I can set goals, network, and look for jobs/internships all in one platform.

Davion W.

LaGrange College

Senior

Backrs has provided me access to networking opportunities, workshops, and scholarships that align with my academic and professional goals.

Sanii R.

University of Cincinnati

Sophomore

Backrs enables you to build community with local peers and professionals that help you create and reach achievable goals.

Jaden H.

UNC Asheville

Sophomore

Backrs set me up with with a wonderful coach that has made college life easier by helping me find scholarships, fulfill requirements for my major, and more.