Our Programs

The Gift of a Lifetime (GOAL) program provides free, professional senior portraits to high school and college graduates from underserved communities. Our goal is to make senior portraits accessible for students who may not have the financial resources to commemorate this milestone. 

We partner with social media and community leads, counselors and local school districts, including Plano, Richardson, Garland, and Grand Prairie ISDs, to offer professional portraits to students experiencing significant life or financial challenges. This program is designed to provide a source of encouragement and confidence, capturing resilience during challenging times. If you are a school administrator, counselor or teacher, please feel free to contact us to request your school to be added to this program. 

Launching in 2026, AI Pathways welcomes GOAL recipients and graduating seniors from underserved communities to explore the power of AI for celebrating their achievements, mapping their future, and building skills for what’s next 

Simply fill out our EPR Form to tell us more about your interest. No tech experience is required, just imagination, a desire to reflect, and the excitement to explore who you are and where you’re headed using the power of AI.

Creative Lens invites aspiring photographers and visual storytellers to build essential photography skills, explore creative expression, and use AI tools to elevate their craft, transforming passion into purpose.  Simply fill out our EPR Form. No previous photography experience is required.

If you’re a graduating senior or previous GOAL recipient, you’re eligible to join EmpowerCircle in 2026. This program is for students who want to stay connected, feel supported, or simply have someone to talk to as they navigate what’s next.

To get started, simply fill out our EPR form. You’ll tell us a little about yourself and what kind of support you’re looking for, whether that’s encouragement, advice, or simply someone who’s been in your shoes. From there, we’ll match you with a mentor or invite you to join upcoming meetups and check-ins.

No pressure, no long-term commitment, just real people, real stories, and support that meets you where you are.

We’re always looking to expand our reach! If your school or district is interested in partnering with EmpowerPix, please contact us. We’d be happy to discuss partnership opportunities to help more students receive inspiring senior portraits. 

Our programs are funded through donations, sponsorships, and community support. As a nonprofit, we rely on the generosity of individuals and organizations to provide these services at no cost or significantly discounted cost to students and families. 

You can support us by donating, volunteering, or becoming a sponsor. Visit our Donate page to learn more about ways to make an impact. 

Students are selected based on student interest, financial need and recommendations from local school counselors, community organizations, nominations or social media campaign selections. 

If you know a deserving student, simply complete our EPR Form. We consider recommendations from teachers, counselors, parents and community leaders. 

Yes, absolutely. Once the programs are available in 2026, simply complete our EPR Form.

Absolutely! In addition to donating, you can join as a volunteer, advocate for our mission on social media, or offer in-kind donations such as photography equipment, laptops, etc. Every bit of support helps us reach more students and families. Please see our Volunteer page for more details.