Help 100 Students Experience Purdue University

For many young people, college feels like a place they can only imagine from afar. At Crew Life, we believe every student deserves the chance to step onto a college campus, feel the energy, and begin believing in a future bigger than their circumstances.

This fall, we’re celebrating our 6th annual college tour by taking 100 students to Purdue University for a day packed with learning, inspiration, and unforgettable memories. Many of these students come from underserved communities and have never had the opportunity to visit a college campus before, so this trip is more than a visit—it’s a life-changing experience.

During the trip, students will:

* Tour Purdue’s campus and academic facilities.

* Learn about college admissions, financial aid, and campus life.

* Visit classrooms, residence halls, and student spaces.

* Watch a Purdue men’s basketball practice.

* Experience the excitement of a Big Ten football game after connecting with Purdue students, alumni, and fans.

Our goal is simple: help students see themselves in college.

Research consistently shows that campus visits increase the likelihood that students will pursue higher education. When students are exposed to college life, they begin to dream bigger, set higher goals, and understand that earning a college degree is not just a possibility—it is within their reach.

We’re raising $7,500 to help cover transportation, meals, lodging, and football game tickets so every student can attend at little or no cost.

Every dollar makes a difference:

* $25 helps provide meals for a student.

* $50 helps cover educational materials and trip expenses.

* $100 helps with transportation costs.

* $100 helps provide a ticket to the Purdue vs. Notre Dame football game.

* Any amount helps us give another young person an opportunity they may never have otherwise.

I’m Rapheal Davis, founder of Crew Life Inc., a nonprofit committed to empowering youth through education, mentorship, leadership development, and life-changing experiences. Our annual college tour has become one of the most exciting and impactful programs we offer because it transforms college from a distant idea into a real and achievable future.

When you give, you’re not just funding a trip—you’re helping create a moment that can spark confidence, ambition, and a new vision for a student’s future.

Thank you for believing in our youth and helping us create opportunities that can change lives.