The path to college, walked together.
We're committed to a world where students can attend the college of their choice, regardless of their socio-economic background, through access, information, and resources.
Announcements
Xploration Tours 2026 Season has begun!
Xploration Tours are designed to be scholar centered with amazing experiences exploring colleges throughout the US and abroad targeted in their field of interest while networking with like-minded peers, faculty, admissions team, and college ambassadors that look like them. Every tour is centered on career pathways, so scholars see where the education and the schools they visit can lead.
University of California applications are due Nov 30th
November 30th is approaching fast! Ready to submit, Advocates are taking "Review Your App" appointments now.
Partners & supporters
The organizations standing with our scholars
Our mission
Unlocking social mobility and economic freedom
We engage with students where they are, inspiring self-agency, motivation, awareness, and drive. Delivering access, information, and resources, WHD is creating a world where scholars can attend the college of their choice regardless of their socioeconomic background.
Access
We meet students where they are and open doors to the colleges and futures they dream of.
Information
Clear guidance on admissions, financial aid, and the whole road to acceptance.
Resources
Advocates, tours, and tools that turn ambition into acceptance letters.
What we do
Programs that build bridges to college
College Access
An after-school program centered on transcript analysis (pinpointing gaps in a student's academic resume and building a strategic plan), plus essay review, application help, and career guidance.
Xploration Tours
Five annual fully-customized campus tours, each centered on career pathways: curated itineraries, faculty meetings, and dining-hall life with campus ambassadors, so scholars see where the education leads.
College Fellowships
Meaningful service-learning that builds leadership skills and a strong sense of civic responsibility.
Internships
Internships matched to students' interests: professional skills, contacts, and introductions to employers offering part-time and career roles.
African Centered Mentorship
A curriculum exploring the world's first civilizations: helping students connect who they are with their history and culture for healthier life outcomes.
Workshops
Fun, informative and innovative cohort programs covering how college works, how personal finance works, and how to recognize, market and invest in your own talent.
Meet our scholars
Real students, real acceptances
Cajon High School, Class of 2024 · Political Science & Social Justice Advocate
He engaged with WHD early in his senior year with a college tour to UCSB, then worked one-on-one on his college essays. A talented stilt walker who teaches the craft's history across his community, he advocated for his school swimming team before the district, helping win a sizable contribution for new equipment and a future pool.
Free tool
Explore any career: free, no account
Explore careers, free
Search any career to see what it involves, the education it takes, and its outlook. Open to everyone, no account needed.
Who was William H. Douglas?
Education, determination, and perseverance
Mr. William H. Douglas, Jr. (1924 to 1995) grew up working the cotton fields of Henderson County, Tennessee. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1943, earned an honorable discharge and numerous medals, then settled in South Los Angeles, earned his GED, and studied mechanical drawing and tool design. His life epitomizes the spirit and heart of this Foundation, and the belief that every scholar can step into their greatness.
His legacy lives on through our advocates, highly motivated, many of them graduates of our Academy, who bring firsthand knowledge of the hard work it takes to guide a successful scholar.
Testimonials
What families and partners say
“Our expectations were exceeded. The recruitment package was state-of-the-art, attractive and effective. It created more college offers than we thought possible.”
“If it were not for WHD's assistance, Dheaven would not have over a dozen university acceptances. Ms. Douglas's gentle demand for excellence helped her step into her greatness at a whole new level.”
“Your organization has been there from day one to guide him through everything. I highly recommend your service to any high school student looking to attend college.”
Opportunities
Scholarships, fly-ins & aid: happening now
- For 2026 to 2027, WPF is offering one $5,000 and four $2,500 scholarships. Check eligibility and apply.
- Learn the FAFSA process and submit your form for federal aid. Questions? Schedule a call with us.
- Yale Community Day fly-in (Oct. 2 to 4) and a Smith College fall fly-in. WHD nominates scholars.
- The Alliance of Black Women Accountants is offering up to $5,000 for finance students.
Get involved
Join us: as a scholar or a partner
Students
Curious, motivated, and committed to improving your life through education? Apply to our program. We give real talk and real answers about admissions from start to finish, and help you stand out and increase representation on campuses across the country.
Sign UpPartners
The right partners are crucial to our scholars' success. We select ethical, trustworthy partners who share our vision, advocating, generating financial support, creating access, and delivering tools and resources.
Become a partnerHelp a scholar reach the college of their choice.
Your support funds tours, advising, and fellowships, building bridges and mutual respect across the post-secondary admissions community.
