A Better Chance Inc. is the oldest, largest and only national program providing academically talented minority children with access to some of our nations finest college preparatory schools, both private and public.

More than 300 independent secondary boarding and day schools across the United States comprise the Member Schools Program. A Better Chance of New Canaan is among twenty-five Community School Program houses across the country.

Since its founding in 1973, A Better Chance of New Canaan's mission has been unchanged: to substantially increase the number of well-educated minority youth capable of assuming positions of responsibility and leadership in American society.

New Canaan selects promising scholars to attend New Canaan High School. During the academic year, the students live in a house owned and maintained by A Better Chance, Inc. of New Canaan. The house accommodates up to 8 male students, resident directors and family, and 3 resident tutors.

On Sundays and for one weekend per month our students join their local host families. The A Better Chance students are encouraged to become an integral part of the New Canaan community and many volunteer their time to local charitable organizations.