Impact & Testimonials
Through our RTSWS classroom programming and curriculum, mentoring and Alumni leadership series, we are proud to have served more than 8,500 girls over the past 10 years with industry Volunteers, School Champions and Sponsors. With more than 1,000 women entering the workforce through internships and entry-level positions often posted to our Career Center, we are expanding the talent pipeline and making a real impact. Here are some of their stories.
Our Impact
%
Increase
On average, Rock The Street, Wall Street alumni have shown a 72% increase in financial & investment literacy
the Rate
Alumni are pursuing finance, economics & related degrees at 5x the rate of the average female university student*
Cities
Our in-school campus programs are impacting girls’ lives in more than 30 cities, spanning the US, UK & Canada
Female Students
With dedicated volunteers and sponsors, RTSWS has empowered more than 8,500 young women
“RTSWS has allowed me to gain a confidence and skill set that I wouldn’t have had otherwise. I recieved an internship at Morgan Stanley with the help of a mentor’s recommendation, and learned different kinds of careers within the financial sector… RTSWS hosts many events where I’ve connected and networked with industry professionals who’ve shared feedback and advice helping me reach my goals.”
Sophia T., 2024-2026 RTSWS Student
New York, NY
“Witnessing their growth in confidence and understanding was truly inspiring. The program gave students practical tools and a clearer view of what’s possible in finance.”
Malisa M., RTSWS School Champion
Assistant Curriculum Leader, Toronto District School Board
“RTSWS is a program that truly changed my life… It gave me direction and support at a time when I needed it most.”
Megan M., RTSWS Alumna Class of 2016
Apprentice, Charles Schwab Aspiring Talent Academy 2025
“Even though I’ve graduated, I’d love to stay involved with RTSWS and give back the way my mentors did for me. I’m so grateful for the opportunities and experiences RTSWS has provided, not just for me but for my school and my city.”
Danielle N., University of Illinois Chicago
RTSWS Alumnae Council Member
“I’ve been thrilled to be a part of this amazing program—from my sophomore year of high school to my freshman year of college.”
Sophia M., Columbia University
RTSWS Alumnae Council Member
“I’m proud to be part of Rock The Street, Wall Street—an organization that brings the M in STEM to life by equipping high school girls and university women with the tools to navigate finance and investing. RTSWS meets students at a pivotal moment, connecting them with real-world mentors and showing them what’s possible. Every lesson, every role model, and every opportunity helps narrow the gender gap in the financial industry.”
Jezell G., University of Rhode Island
Raleigh, NC
“I’m so thankful for Rock The Street, Wall Street. I’ve made some really good connections, and it opened up my eyes to finance as a prospective field and how to navigate networking and build my career.”
Trisha R., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Statistics & Analytics, Data Science | RTSWS Alumnae Council Member
Reach by Region
United States
Experience RTSWS’s impactful programs across the United States, reaching over 30 cities annually. Join us in empowering young women on their financial journeys.
United Kingdom
Discover RTSWS’s influence in the United Kingdom, equipping talented young women in multiple secondary schools each year. Be part of our mission to foster the next generation of female finance leaders.
Canada
Explore RTSWS’s presence in Canada, empowering numerous young women across multiple secondary schools annually. Join us in enriching opportunities and empowerment nationwide.
