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Kindergarten to Career —

Helping Kids Spread their Wings

Far + Wise is a dedicated education organization offering year-round Kindergarten-to-Career programming at no cost to qualifying Blaine County students. Through targeted academic support, skills training and workforce preparation, we remove barriers to learning and opportunity—and pave the way for lifelong success.

Far + Wise delivers two comprehensive programs to support Blaine County students from early learning through post-secondary success: 

Lewis Scholars Program: daily K-6 after- school enrichment program focused on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development, with mentorship and scholarship support that carry students beyond high school and into new post- secondary opportunities. 

Cimino Center for Career Exploration: year-round trade and career program providing education, training, and job opportunities to middle and high school students. 

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Our Mission

Far + Wise provides academic support and experiential education for students from early elementary through high school and beyond, and by removing financial and other barriers, ensures that all students can achieve their life, education, and career goals. 

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Our Vision

We envision a world in which all children are empowered to design and forge their own future.

Our work is founded on the belief that given equitable access to resources every young person can realize their innate potential and achieve their dreams.

How We Help Students Succeed

We support students from Kindergarten through Career with programs that grow alongside them

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    Academic Support

    Tutoring, literacy, math and homework help that builds confidence and keeps students on track.

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    Mentorship & Life Skills

    Trusted adult mentors, goal-setting, and social-emotional learning that help students navigate school and life.

  • Two people with safety glasses and work uniforms engaged in a task in a workshop, with tools and equipment in the background.

    Career Exploration

    Hands-on camps, internships and job experiences that turn curiosity into real-world opportunity.

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    Post-Secondary Pathways

    College, trade school, and workforce guidance so students can take the next step with confidence.

We Know Every Child Can Thrive

When barriers are removed and opportunities are provided, children can reach their full potential and become leaders in their communities.

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See our impact

“I was having trouble, my grades needed to go up, all the problems needed to stop… I was behind a whole semester and thanks to the program, I was able to catch up. Thanks to the program, I’m graduating!”

— Froilan, Class of 2022

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    80%

    of elementary students improved 1 - 3 reading levels

  • Two young girls playing a game with tiles and colorful game pieces at a table in a classroom setting, with other children sitting at tables in the background.

    130

    students supported through 900+ hours of afterschool learning

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    32

    adventure days building confidence through outdoor education

  • Two workers welding sparks fly while working at a table in a workshop, both wearing protective gear including helmets and gloves.

    90

    middle and high school students explored career pathways

Impact highlights from Fall 2025 programs

Help Our Students Forge Their Futures

How can you help?

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    When you give to Far + Wise you invest in a young person’s future.

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    Volunteers make a difference in the lives of our students every day.

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