Breakthrough Silicon Valley

Breakthrough Silicon Valley (BTSV) is an educational startup that aims to support and inspire talented students, particularly those historically excluded from higher education, on their journey to become first-generation college graduates. The organization's seven-year college access and success program has shown remarkable success, with 99% of BTSV graduates immediately attending college after high school. Operating as an affiliate of The Breakthrough Collaborative, BTSV offers a tuition-free program that includes year-round academic support, counseling, and advocacy for a diverse group of students, many of whom come from under-resourced communities.

Based in San Jose, California, BTSV employs a students-teaching-students model that not only provides educational support but also offers a professional development experience for talented high school and college students. This experience allows them to understand the K-12 education system, address educational inequities, and design and teach classes under the guidance of seasoned educators. Founded in 2002, the startup focuses on the education industry and is based in the United States.