Spark inspires 7th, 8th and 9th graders in underserved communities to succeed in high school and beyond by engaging them with mentors and future careers. Spark inspires these students to succeed in high school and beyond by connecting them with mentors in exciting workplaces and supporting their academic journey with skill-building and resources. By engaging working professionals and connecting businesses with local communities, Spark empowers the next generation to perform better in school, graduate on time and lead fulfilling careers and lives. Spark operates in four major metropolitan regions coast-to-cost, the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia.