She's the First UIUC

She's the First UIUC is a dedicated student organization based at the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign in Champaign, IL, committed to advancing girls' education globally. The organization operates as part of She's the First, a non-profit dedicated to sponsoring girls' education and raising awareness about the critical barriers that young female scholars face in developing nations. Through strategic partnerships with other non-profit organizations, She's the First UIUC works to expand educational opportunities for girls across ten different developing countries worldwide, currently supporting over 500 girl scholars.

The Champaign chapter executes a comprehensive approach to fundraising and community engagement. Members organize creative fundraising initiatives throughout the academic year, ranging from bake sales to restaurant partnerships, with all proceeds directed toward sponsoring primary and secondary education for girl scholars. Beyond fundraising activities, the organization hosts multiple awareness events designed to educate the Champaign community about the challenges surrounding girls' education in developing regions.

Each year, the UIUC chapter sponsors select girl scholars, providing crucial financial support to help them become the first females in their families to pursue graduate education and achieve their career aspirations. The organization welcomes community involvement through donations, event participation, partnerships, and social media engagement. With a focus on sustainable impact and educational equity, She's the First UIUC demonstrates how university students can drive meaningful change in global education access while fostering awareness among their local Champaign community.