In the News

Nati Rodriguez 
ED Source | September 19, 2022

Often considered the great equalizer, our education system is facing extreme stress under the ongoing ramifications of the pandemic. The good news is that there is funding flowing into education due to the largest-ever one-time federal investment of $123 billion for K-12 schools in the American Rescue Plan. Read more on Ed Source. 

Carl Smith 
Governing | September 14, 2022

The pandemic overwhelmed a long-neglected public health system, pressuring many workers to leave. But a new program hopes to inspire AmeriCorps members to work in public health. Read more on Governing.

Kristen Bennett 
The Chronicle of Philanthropy | September 13, 2022

The recent passage of the Inflation Reduction Act and its $369 billion climate spending package was a major step toward creating a cleaner and healthier climate future. To address the long-term problems posed by the climate crisis, future generations must be given an opportunity to learn the skills to take meaningful action against climate change and fill new jobs in the clean-energy industry. Read more on The Chronicle of Philanthropy.

Michael D. Smith and Barbara Stewart 
The Hill | September 11, 2022

On Sept. 11, 2001, thousands of innocent souls were lost during attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pa. Innumerable lives were forever changed. However, the heroism of first responders and everyday citizens inspired countless individuals from all walks of life to refocus their efforts on serving others. Read more on The Hill.