Steppingstone Foundation
Quality Education
Access to primary education is inequitable
In today’s global and increasingly digital economy, the ultimate level of education achieved is most determinative of upward economic mobility and self-sufficiency.
For economically disadvantaged children, education is the only way to change their socioeconomic paradigm.Yet, these children are structurally denied access to necessary coursework and critical support like tutoring, mentoring, and scholarships. As a result many cannot reach their full potential.
The AJA Foundation has invested over $4 million globally in organizations looking to empower these students by providing hands-on, multi-year educational pathways to degrees or technical certifications beyond high school.
Investing in the potential of these students not only improves their financial future, it unlocks broader economic opportunities for entire communities and fosters future leadership.
The Goal
To ensure that every student with academic promise, regardless of where they live or their financial situation, has access to the resources they need to succeed.
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People with college degrees earn close to double to those without. In the United States, this translates to $1.2 million of additional lifetime income.
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Children of the bottom 99% of income earners are 13x less likely to score 1300+ on SAT/ACT.
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A college degree quadruples the chance of moving from the bottom to the top income quintile.
Our Current Partners
We are proud to partner with organizations that are dedicated to supporting academically promising students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds.
