Supporting and Connecting Students to Help Them Succeed with Katie Duffus

Students from under-resourced communities face hurdles that can block or limit their educational opportunities. We speak with Katie Duffus, Executive Director, Chester County Futures, to learn how she and her colleagues support students, connecting them to resources and networks, to enable those young people to flourish in school and life. As Chester County Futures celebrates its 30th anniversary, Katie explains how her team walks with students from middle school through college graduation and beyond. She spells out their programs and explains how students can engage with this program across Chester County. Katie also shares her insight as a nonprofit leader, including skills garnered as a two-sport college athlete. OUR PARTNER Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce LINKS Chester County Futures Website: ccfutures.org Instagram: instagram.com/chestercountyfutures Facebook: facebook.com/chestercountyfutures LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/chester-county-futures Local Organization Spotlight First Resource Bank Coatesville Area School District Additional Links Smedley County Park Ridley Creek State Park Related Episodes Fighting Food Insecurity Locally with Andrea Youndt Steering a Large Local Nonprofit with Bertram L. Lawson II ADVERTISEMENT Need legal help? The Chester County Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service connects community members with local attorneys for a $25, 30-minute consultation. Start local—and find a path forward. Get legal help