To conduct four focus groups and a nationally representative poll that will lead to a deeper, more actionable understanding of Generation Z interest in and commitment to a wide variety of issues related to education
To advocate for an education system designed to deliver the experiences, pathways and tools for young people to learn how to live self-determined lives of passion and purpose
To manage a new competition for funding to surface assessment solutions that provide families and caregivers with more truthful, meaningful and actionable information about their child's education
To educate policymakers, stakeholders and the public about the benefits of federally-funded private school choice programs
2022
Education
$50,000
Triangle Community Foundation Inc
To implement a subgrants program to support its Protecting Our Dignity coalition's vision for coordinated youth leadership, youth wellness and student enrichment activities
2022
Education
$350,000
50CAN, Inc.
To support the ongoing operations of the Elevate Chicago coalition and PACE's work to transition the assets and operations of the coalition to the Illinois Network of Charter Schools (INCS) for future use
To launch a new resource hub focused on raising awareness and supporting new and emerging micro-school leaders
2022
Education
$225,000
Equable Institute
To increase support for policies that improve teacher pension systems, with the specific goal of minimizing the effect that pension debt has on education budgets
