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PreK-8 Program

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High School Program

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College & Career Success

Quick Facts

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18 years - PreK thru Career, HGFA helps students become successful, motivated learners with strong social-emotional skills. $0 Tuition. Free for Families. Fully supported by private donors and grantors, with in-kind facilities from GFA

4+ months academic improvement. Average PreK-8 growth in reading and math during the 6-week Summer Academy.

100% high school graduation and college admission. 40% higher than Bridgeport average. College students participate in the Careen Success Program to ensure post-grad full-time employment.

Pathway to Success

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Feb 17

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When you join Horizons GFA, you’re not just signing up for a season, you’re joining a family for life. 💙From our volunteers and interns, to our generous donors, staff and board members, every person plays avital role in building a community that lasts far beyond the classroom.There are so many ways to be a part of what we do. How will you make your mark?#horizonsgfa #supportingstudents #prekthroughlife #nonprofitgiving

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Feb 13

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The cold never bothered us anyway, but we are absolutely counting down the days until our summer enrichment kicks off! 😎Our lineup includes:⚽ Sports – Building teamwork and grit.🔬 STEM – Diving deep into hands-on learning.🚌 Field Trips – Taking our curiosity on the road.🤿 Swimming – Mastering new skills in the pool (safety first!)📮Post Office Visits – Learning the art of connection + how it all works.🍳Cooking – Whisking up life skills and tasty treats.At HGFA, we’re intentional about how we connect our curriculum to our enrichment. Every game played and every meal cooked is a bridge to deeper learning!Thankful to our donors who see the importance in that and make all this enrichment possible.#hgfaenrichment #horizons #horisonsgfa

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Feb 11

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“Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated.” — Rosalind FranklinHappy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Today is all about celebrating the curiosity and grit of the girls in our community. Science isn’t just a subject to them, it’s how they’re building the future.We are so proud of:Our College Alumnae: Currently crushing it in labs and med schools, turning those “someday” dreams into reality.Our Young Students: Immersing themselves in our programs and proving that no problem is too big to solve.To the legends like Rosalind Franklin who paved the way, and our students who are just getting started: The world needs your brilliance. Keep discovering! ✨#InternationalDayOfWomenAndGirlsInScience #WomenInSTEM #FutureDoctors #GirlsInScience #STEMEducation

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Feb 9

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A group of our high school students transformed old T-shirts into new and reusable tote bags.They will donate these to nOURish Bridgeport to use as shopping bags, and inspire other students to see what’s possible with everyday items. 🤗Go Claire and crew!

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Feb 4

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Grab your tickets for our Winter Gala now!Last year‘s gala, as featured in @westportmagazine, was a legendary moment for Horizons GFA, celebrating our 25th anniversary with our most successful event yet.We heard from incredible student speakers, auctioned off an Irish castle, and danced to an amazing after-party DJ set. Check out the photos and don’t miss your chance to attend this year.Tickets on sale at Givergy.us/WinterGala or the link in bio.#hgfawintergala #hgfasupport #horizonsgfa

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Feb 3

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Our seniors spent their Saturday leveling up! 🚀We hosted Scholarship Saturday, a dedicated workshop where the Class of 2026 put in the work to fund their futures. From tackling FCCF applications to polishing those Stephen Phillips essays with our coaches PJ and Elizabeth, our students came ready to work.Applying for scholarships can be a marathon, but it’s a lot easier when you’ve got a team in yourcorner.So proud of the hustle we saw at this workshop. 🎓✨#horizonsgfa #horizonsseniors #hgfaseniors #scholarshipsaturday

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Jan 30

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Independence. Emotional growth. Real friendships. 🌱Horizons GFA supports students every step of the way—academically and beyond. So grateful for a community that helps them thrive.#horizonsgfa #supportingstudents #horizons #community

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Jan 26

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The earlier we listen, the better we can help.Early intervention gives students the tools they need before struggles grow.Early support = brighter futures ✨#earlyintervention #hgfa #horizons

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Jan 23

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We’re thrilled to announce our HGFA Winter Gala student speaker 🎉❄Meet Kevin Torrealba! Kevin has been with us for 10 years and is now a senior at Fairfield University. Majoring in Computer Science with minors in Economics and Spanish, he’s passionate about programming and software systems.After graduation, he’ll be heading to Wilton Reinsurance in Norwalk, CT as a Junior Developer.We can’t wait to hear Kevin’s story on the night of February 26th at our Winter Gala! For tickets and event info head to givergy.us/WinterGala or visit the link in our bio.

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Jan 22

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Proud to spotlight these nine HGFA College & Career Success students, who are each a recipient of our Horizons scholarship program (now in its third year)! 🎓✨These scholarships are designed to support students as they work toward their academic and professional goals.Big congrats to…Stephanie: Studying Political Science at Brandeis UniversityJason: Freshman at University of Connecticut StorrsGaby: Studying Biology at Colgate UniversityDay: Studying Philosophy & Neuroscience at Boston UniversitySteven: Studying Finance at Fairfield UniversityThomas: Studying History at American UniversityGabe: Studying Health Sciences at Thomas Jefferson UniversityBrianna: Studying Finance at Sacred Heart UniversityJamie: Studying Exercise Science at Sacred Heart UniversityIf you’re interested in learning more about how this support makes an impact, visit our website (link in bio) or reach out.And stay tuned… we’re excited to announce four new recipients very soon! 👀#horizonsgfa #hgfa #prekthroughlife #hgfacollegeandcareer #bridgeportstudents

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Jan 16

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Our high school volunteers make a BIG impact…Because they’re closest in age to our PreK–8 students, they show up as role models, mentors, and familiar faces that our younger learners truly look up to.Our high school volunteers make a difference every day by:✨ Building confidence by serving as relatable role models.✨ Supporting learning by working 1:1 or in small groups on academics.✨ Creating connection by fostering a sense of belonging and community.✨ Bringing energy to enrichment like sports, art, music, science, swimming, and more.✨ Giving back by returning to the same community that once supported them.✨ Leaving a lasting legacy, as many volunteers stay connected long after the summer ends.Years later, our students still remember those who believed in them—and our volunteers return to cheer them on as they graduate 8th grade. 🎓If you’re a high school student (9th grade and older) and you’re interested in volunteering, you are eligible to apply to volunteer with us this summer.The application for Summer 2026 will be available on our website starting March 1st. Check out our link in bio or horizonsgfa.org for more info!#horizonsgfa #studentvolunteers #horizonsvolunteers

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Jan 15

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Parents know their children best. Hearing reflections like this is what keeps our hearts in the work that we do.❤️#horizonsgfa #prekthroughlife

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