PRIDE and Strive, Inc.

Passionate and Resilient Individuals with the Determination to Evolve (PRIDE) and Strive, Inc. is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization dedicated to empowering and inspiring underrepresented students with tools to become future leaders in their communities.

We partner with middle and high schools in the New Jersey area to provide free mentorship, educational workshops, and college scholarship opportunities to students.


We offer:

  • Mentorship

  • Financial education

  • College application process assistance

  • Career/networking

  • Leadership skills

  • Community service

  • Scholarships



PRIDE and Strive will help in nurturing educated leaders who will give back to their communities.
— Dr. Michael Bivins, Founder & President