# C&S

- **Website:** <https://cands.org>
- **Primary alias:** `cands.org`

## Description

The Institute for Citizens & Scholars (C&S) is dedicated to empowering young Americans to become impactful civic leaders. Founded in 1945, C&S has evolved significantly, originally supporting World War II veterans transitioning into academia. Today, it focuses on fostering talent and collaboration among students, educators, and community partners across the United States. C&S operates through three main avenues: on college campuses, in workplaces, and within communities. By partnering with over 125 college presidents and various companies, C&S aims to reach more than one million students and develop thousands of young leaders. Its mission is to drive the creation of 20 million proactive civic problem-solvers by 2029. Through innovative programs and resources, C&S equips young people with the tools they need to bridge societal divides and lead meaningful change. With a commitment to education and civil engagement, the organization strives to cultivate a more informed and connected generation, preparing them to tackle the challenges facing our country.

## Industries

- 🎗 Community and Society
- 🎗 Philanthropy _(under Community and Society)_
- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Grants Scholarships and Financial Aid _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCPBrugurRVUqMrygELMvPhQ)
- [twitter](https://twitter.com/helloCandS)
- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/hellocands)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/hellocands)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG, SVG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idvDnUQrq-/w/820/h/287/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1772274612649)
- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idvDnUQrq-/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1772274612889)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dixie | #dd971a | accent |
| Mine Shaft | #292929 | dark |
| Link Water | #ecf5fa | light |

## Fonts

- Poppins — asset _(google)_
- -apple-system — asset _(system)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idvDnUQrq-/w/1500/h/500/id3BdgUhSa.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1772274612492)

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