Education is a powerful antipoverty tool — and the most consistent driver of sustained upward mobility. But to have the best chance to succeed in school, graduate and become financially stable, students must also have their basic needs met at home. That means having equitable access to opportunities for support.
Financial Stability is the first stop on the journey to economic mobility. When people earn enough income to be self-sufficient, build savings to weather a personal financial crisis and gain long-term assets like home ownership, our whole community benefits. Financially stable families are also more likely to raise children equipped with the tools and experiences to succeed in school, creating sustainable impact across generations.
Vibrant & Equitable Communities consists of safe and well-connected neighborhoods, providing equal access to resources and support, and fostering a strong nonprofit safety net to meet basic needs. Communities that are vibrant and equitable provide the foundation needed to generate more educated students and financially stable families — allowing for all members to reach their full potential.
Our strategic funding, direct service initiatives and volunteer experiences are all designed to support these impact areas within our Economic Mobility Model.
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