Mission & History

What started in 1994 in one small community on Shalimar Drive in Costa Mesa, has grown into a statewide organization that supports over 180,000 students annually from the Bay Area to the San Diego. 

Think Together became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1997.  Think Together’s name was designed as an acronym, standing for Teaching, Helping, Inspiring and Nurturing Kids Together. 

We partner with district and charter partners to extend the school day and provide students with nationally recognized expanded learning opportunities that prepare students for college and career. Think Together also operates early learning programs, school improvement through Orenda Education and staffing solutions through the California Schools Talent Collaborative (CSTC).  

Our many programs and services are in support of our vision, that all students can graduate high school with all life options available to them.  

Our Programs have impacted over 2 million students in California and counting