EAGLE ACADEMY FOUNDATION · INITIATIVE
Eagles Soaring
Beyond
EAF’s strategic initiative empowering young men of color with the awareness, exposure, and preparation to explore college, careers, and service — and build a blueprint for their own success.
What Is ESB
From diploma to destiny — the work doesn't stop at graduation.
Eagles Soaring Beyond (ESB) is the Eagle Academy Foundation’s strategic initiative to empower young men of color with the tools and opportunities needed for postsecondary success. ESB equips students with the awareness, exposure, and preparation they require to explore multiple pathways — college, careers, or service.
At the heart of ESB is the belief that when we surround young men of color with an ecosystem of support and fortify them with individualized motivation and resources, they can intentionally build a blueprint for success — transforming from passive recipients to active producers of their own futures.
WE ARE PREPARING YOUNG MEN TO SOAR BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL INTO SUCCESSFUL FUTURES
→ All young men have personalized blueprints for success, whether through college, career, or service.
→ Every student has access to real-world opportunities through community and industry partnerships.
→ Postsecondary Success Managers ensure that each scholar is supported, prepared, and confident in their future path.
The ESB Anchor
Postsecondary Success Manager — Our EAF Anchor Inside Schools
The Postsecondary Success Manager (PSM) is EAF’s embedded support specialist within every Eagle Academy — the connective tissue between scholars and their futures
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🌉 Bridge Builder
— Connects students with partners in higher education, the workforce, and CBOs
— Connects staff and students with each other, building a culture of support
🌱 Opportunity Incubator
— Helps students incubate ideas and metabolize experiences to create a blueprint for success
— Connects scholars to internships, workshops, and real-world career exposure
⚡ Momentum Keeper
— Ensures students stay on track with regular feedback and goal exploration
— Models goodwill with staff and partners so students develop positive behaviors
Our Impact
The numbers behind the mission.
Signature Events
Where the work comes alive.
Our Signature Events reinforce and expand the work happening at our Academies so that all young men of color can be empowered to achieve their desired educational, career, and life outcomes.
01 — Annual
All Male College Fair
A unique opportunity for young men to explore higher education pathways with representatives from colleges and universities across the nation. Every Eagle scholar is equipped with the knowledge and resources to navigate admissions and make informed decisions about their future.
02 — Annual
Career Pathways Expo
Connects students with professionals from diverse industries, offering insight into a variety of career fields. Through interactive sessions, students engage with experts, participate in workshops, and discover potential career tracks aligned with their passions and skills.
03 — Annual
E4: Eagle Economic Empowerment Expo
Designed to prepare young men for financial independence and economic success. Focusing on wealth-building strategies, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy, E4 equips students with the skills to make smart financial decisions and build economic stability.
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Every Eagle deserves a path beyond.
Whether you’re an employer partner, a college representative, or an alumnus ready to give back — there’s a place for you in the Eagles Soaring Beyond mission.