Partner Programs
Encourage
The Encourage program empowers educators with resources to help their students envision, plan for, and realize success after high school.

Program Information
Encourage is a free college and career planning program designed to help FBLA members discover their interests, explore new opportunities, and make informed decisions about what comes next. Advisers also gain access to valuable insights that demonstrate their chapter’s impact and support student success.
Designed to provide Tier 1 support, Encourage includes ready-to-use lesson plans and a planning app that make future readiness simple and accessible.
Students get a clear, personalized starting point to explore colleges, careers, majors, and scholarships aligned with their interests and goals.
Educators gain valuable insights and resources to guide meaningful conversations and demonstrate impact school-wide.
Check out this free icebreaker resource to spark thinking, encourage interaction, and encourage empathy with student-approved questions.
About Encourage
Encourage is part of Encoura, a trusted leader in connecting students to postsecondary opportunities. Together, we’re on a shared mission to connect students, educators, and colleges in meaningful ways that expand access and break down barriers.