The BranchOut! Blog

The BranchOut! Howard County Chapter began its partnership with the Howard County Autism Society (HCAS) amid the pandemic in 2020. When the world could not connect in person, BranchOut! high school volunteers reached out to bridge the educational gap by tutoring students with autism online. Five years later, the Howard County Autism Society continues its mission, but looks slightly different now. Mentors utilize hybrid tutoring options, blending in-person and traditional virt

A decade ago, BranchOut! began with a mission to empower youth through education, mentorship, and community engagement. Today, we are proud to celebrate 10 incredible years of impact, growth, and success stories! 📽️ Watch our special 10th Anniversary Celebration video to relive the moments that shaped our journey! 🌱 Our Impact Over the Years: ✅ Thousands of students mentored & empowered ✅ Community partnerships that foster inclusivity ✅ Recognitions & awards for outstanding

Join us on Sunday, October 6th at 7 PM ET to celebrate with BranchOut! and learn more about how to join us next summer. During the event, we will review our progress this year, recognize top performers, announce the leadership team for next year, and answer your questions about how to join BranchOut! This virtual Zoom event will function as a celebration for the current BranchOut! mentors and an Open House for those interested in joining next summer. Register now for free:...

Howard County is a tight-knit Maryland community where lots of resources are provided to its residents. BranchOut! is proud to contribute to the effort in supporting this community since 2019. Eric Duan, a senior at Glenelg High School, and Ethan Gao, a junior at River Hill High School, have been long-term members of BranchOut!'s Howard County (HoCo) chapter. Under their leadership, they directed the multi-programmed HoCo chapter by organizing volunteer assignments, managing

BranchOut!'s annual picnic is a place for our students to demonstrate their leadership skills while connecting with others.