America's Promise

We’re excited to welcome College Access: Research & Action (CARA) to the America’s Promise Alliance community.

🎉 Apply for @826National Write to Thrive Fund, a $20,000 grant opportunity for nonprofits, schools and out-of-school-time programs who are interested in using writing to support student well-being, mental health and creative expression. Deadline 1/26 👉🏽 bit.ly/3LsDxMY

"What stood out most to me was a shared belief: that our greatest impact will come from acting collectively, and not in silos as the #nonprofit sector often does." Read more from APA #Denver Executive Director, Sam Battan's, recent blog post here: bit.ly/4qfhfx7

Alliance members @FriendsNational and @CISNational were recently announced by the @NFL as two of six new Inspire Change Grant Partners for 2026 joining @BGCA_Clubs, @YearUpUnitedand more. Read the full story: bit.ly/49vNDEF

Congratulations to @theNDalliance Founder and CEO, David Flink, on this well-deserved Bezos Courage & Civility Award, a major win for neurodiversity education and student support. This award will help scale support in 2,000+ schools by 2028. bit.ly/49qOsic

As we step into a new year, we’re reflecting on the stories, people, and progress that shaped our 2025. Wishing you and your communities a happy new year and looking forward to what we’ll accomplish together in 2026!

This year, more than ever, we find ourselves grateful for each member who brings their unique light and dedication to our collective mission. Wishing you all a restful and restorative holiday break, and thank you for being an integral part of our Alliance community.

Earlier this month, leaders from 23 youth-serving organizations gathered for APA #Denver’s first member convening—marking a powerful shift from working in silos to acting as a true collective. bit.ly/3Y4iEKE

“We’re excited to be part of a community that shares our values. We know that real impact takes partnership, and the Alliance brings together organizations that are moving in the same direction” -Michael Buman, LEE, Executive Director bit.ly/49jLsVI

We’re excited to share new reflections from our Atlanta Executive Director, Jaz Burton, on the second convening of the Atlanta Alliance! bit.ly/48zzDup

Nonprofits nationwide are helping young people navigate urgent challenges in mental health, education access, and economic stability. Explore what we’re learning from the field and how communities are responding. Read the new Field Insights report: bit.ly/4pjm8ou

Happy #GivingTuesday! Looking for great youth-serving organizations to support this Giving Tuesday? Consider uplifting one of our 160+ Alliance Members. Browse the full list of participating organizations here: bit.ly/4peCe2F

Sharing deep gratitude for our Alliance community. To every Alliance member organization and leader: thank you for your commitment, your collaboration, and the impact you make possible every day.

"City Fund helps leaders create innovative public schools, because when parents have the freedom to choose a great education for their child’s unique needs, cities — and our nation — become smarter and stronger." - Marlon Marshall, CEO, City Fund bit.ly/3XkZAHF

Atlanta Alliance leader, Angira Sceusi, Executive Director of @RedefinEDATL, recently authored a new op-ed in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution spotlighting the impact of APS school closures on young people in the city. Read her piece here: bit.ly/4o92Roo

On Wednesday, December 3rd, Alliance leader, Laura Brill, Founder and CEO of @TheCivicsCenter, will join Bryan Maygers of the Stanford Social Innovation Review (SSIR) for a live webinar, Youth Voters and the Future of Democracy. Register Here ➡️ stanford.io/47OcaW3

"This isn't about my organization or anyone else's organization. This is about student outcomes." - Steve Colón, Chief Executive Officer, @BottomLineOrg Hear how the Alliance community is creating a space for true affinity and trust among nonprofit executive leaders.

Congrats to Alliance leader, Mary-Pat Hector, CEO of @RISEFreeOrg, featured in this recent @Forbes article, 'Zillennials Are Turning Activist into Workplace Leadership'. bit.ly/4r1GtQA

“Now, more than ever, we must stand shoulder to shoulder with other leaders to deepen our impact and leverage powerful national networks." -Yoon S. Choi, CEO, @CollegeSpring

“This isn't about my organization or anyone else's organization. It's about student outcomes.” Watch the full video here: hubs.la/Q03R9VGT0