Who We Are
Project Discovery Inc., is organized as a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit Statewide Community Action Agency, governed by a Board of Directors representing the public, private and low-income sectors. The Central Administration staff is headed by a Chief Executive Officer and is located in Roanoke, Virginia.
Project Discovery is a community-based program that addresses the problem of unequal access to higher education for first-generation college students. Program activities help middle school and high school students set goals for their lives, increase self-esteem, and become the first in their family to go to and graduate from college. Approximately 2,750 participants are served each year.
Our Mission
To increase access to and prepare elementary through high school students for success after graduation
Our Vision
To empower every student to graduate from high school and to support those with the desire and ability to discover which pathway is best for their future
What we do for middle school students
Project Discovery College Access Groups
- Provide an early intervention catalyst for furthering education, for disadvantaged students full of potential, needing additional support
- Access to peer groups and activities
- Build self-esteem, social skills and positive thinking
- Assistance in acquiring self-awareness and transitioning into high school
What we do for high school students
Project Discovery’s College/Career Option Groups
- Provide experience into college life through campus tours
- Activities building leadership skills and team building
- Counseling and guidance during the transition from high school to college
- Goal-oriented workshops discussing life-planning, admissions procedures, study skills, choosing your career path and more
