BREAKING SILENCE. BUILDING FUTURES.
OUR MISSION
Raise the Volume empowers Deaf students by providing mentorship, resources, and tuition support for secondary education—amplifying their potential and ensuring their voices are heard.
OUR IMPACT
“I transferred to a mainstream school where I was the only deaf student until graduation. I graduated with a 3.8 GPA a year earlier than I should have.”
- LUCAS RILEY
“I got the Raise the Volume scholarship during my first year when I was struggling to even have meal. But with the scholarship, I was able to have a meal plan for the whole semester. This scholarship also motivated me to apply for more scholarships as we never know, we might get it.”
- YANGDU SHERPA
"We’re not disabled by our deafness but by the barriers placed in front of us."
— Nyle DiMarco, model, activist, and winner of America’s Next Top Model
SCHOLARSHIP
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Raise the Volume provides scholarships to support Deaf students pursuing secondary education at Deaf institutions. Applicants must be currently enrolled or accepted, and will be asked to share their personal experience with hearing loss and their goals after graduation through a brief application.
MENTORSHIP
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Raise the Volume provides ongoing encouragement and guidance to ensure students thrive throughout their educational journey.
Through virtual mentorship, Deaf adults from diverse backgrounds are available to share their experiences and support students navigating education with hearing loss.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
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Raise the Volume hosts engaging community events and fundraisers that raise awareness, build connections, and support the Deaf community. From local walks to themed obstacle courses, our outreach efforts bring people together to champion inclusion and make a lasting impact.
CONTACT US
VANESSA@RAISETHEVOLUME.ORG