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Advancing Educational Equity for 25 Years

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Second grade students working together

PreK-8 Program

High school counseling session

High School Program

College grads

College & Career Success

Quick Facts

410 Students accepted

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

Pathway to student success

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Mar 3

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SAVE THE DATE! Our annual Horizons GFA Open at the Country Club of Fairfield is June 1st, 2026.⛳️ Pre-reserve your foursome today by emailing AOcampo@gfacademy.org.⛳️ And pre-reserve your free ticket to our Clubhouse Evening Celebration - spots are limited!⛳️ Registration will officially open March 24th. Sponsor opportunities available now.Link in bio for more details!#HGFA #golfforacause

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Mar 2

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Get ready for a day where stories come to life! We’re hosting our Literacy Fair packed with read-alouds, interactive games, and hands-on activities for our HGFA PreK-8 families.📅 Saturday, March 28th⏰ 11AM – 1PM📍 Greens Farms AcademyWe need volunteers to help make the magic happen! From setup to running activity stations, and donating books, we’d love to have you.Please email mrutledge@gfacademy.org if you’re interested in volunteering.#HGFA #LiteracyFair #FamilyFun

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Feb 26

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More than a program. It’s home.💙At Horizons GFA, we don’t just see students; we see individuals with endless potential.From the meaningful bonds with our volunteers and teachers, to the joy we share with families, this is a community where every child is truly known, valued, and celebrated.#HorizonsGFA #CommunityFirst #JoyfulLearning #BrighterFutures

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Feb 24

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Due to weather conditions, our Horizons GFA Gala will take place on November 12, 2026. We look forward to seeing you there! • BID NOW on our silent auction, which will end on Thursday at midnight. • All table, ticket, and sponsorship purchases will be honored. • Reach out with any further questions, and stay warm!

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Feb 24

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BID NOW! Our Winter Gala auction is open and full of priceless experiences and incredible items – all benefitting the Bridgeport community that Horizons GFA serves. These are just a few!🌲❄️ Click the link in bio for all the details on this fabulous auction, ending Thursday at midnight. Givergy.us/WinterGalaThank you to our incredible auction sponsors for making this possible!

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Feb 20

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It takes a village to help students soar.We’re honored to be an integral part of our students’ journeys– personally and academically.#horizonsgfa #hgfastudents #bridgeportstudents #studentsupport

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Feb 18

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Last month, we hosted a convening of Bridgeport non-profits to discuss how we can work together to support our students and families in Bridgeport. Thank you to Dr. Monette Ferguson for facilitating and thank you to our panelists, Faith Villegas at Bridgeport Public Education Fund, Carli Rocha-Raes from Bridgeport Public Schools, and Katerina Vlahos and Talyn Cook from Bridgeport Prospers.And thank you to Sarah Lopez from the office of Senator Chris Murphy for the legislative update.#bridgeportnonprofits #nonprofitwork #supportbridgeport

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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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