Unlocking Opportunity for Adult Learners and Programs

COABE's Educate & Elevate Foundation makes meaningful impact in adult education by providing three distinct grant types that support learners, their families, and local programs.

• For adult learners: Through the SOS (Support Our Students) Fund, learners facing immediate barriers—such as transportation, child care, or unexpected hardship—can receive up to $1,000 in emergency assistance to help them stay in class and succeed.

• For learner families: The Legacy Pioneer Scholarship offers up to $1,000 to first-generation family members of adult learners who pursue credentials, college coursework, or university education—helping build stronger futures for whole families.

• For programs: The Local Enrichment Fund grants up to $1,000 to local adult education programs to enhance their services and support their learners. This fund can also serve as a stepping stone to the Excellence in Local Programming Award.

These grants help remove financial barriers, strengthen learner persistence, and bolster program capacity—ultimately unlocking potential and enhancing success for adult learners, their families, and the programs that serve them.

For more information and to apply, visit the Educate & Elevate Foundation website.