Gates United States

Proud to help launch NextLadder Ventures, an ambitious new org harnessing AI and tech to expand economic opportunity for people experiencing poverty in the U.S. This effort is backed by $1B+ from a coalition of foundations and philanthropists: gatesfoundation.org/ideas/media-ce…

Thanks to our partners @ThirdWayEdu for shining a spotlight on the importance of getting more students across the finish line. Let’s keep investing in pathways that help more students graduate and thrive beyond college. college-completion.com

This #CollegeCompletionDay, we’re celebrating students—and the power of support systems & higher ed institutions that put students at the center of everything they do to help them finish their degrees.

There isn't a universal formula for postsecondary success after high school. Follow 3 students as they explore these new opportunities & reimagine what success after high school really looks like in @RoadtripNation’s new series, “Rethinking Higher Ed”: bit.ly/4liBcky

@theclassdoc By supporting equitable access to education & opportunities, especially for those who need it most, we’re helping create a future where every student has the chance to succeed. The documentary from our partners @threeframemedia is available today on @PBS: pbs.org/show/the-class/

.@theclassdoc follows six high school seniors as they navigate college applications, life during COVID-19, and the impact of a support system. Their story demonstrates the systemic challenges many students face—challenges the foundation works to address.

376 to 1. That’s the national student-to-counselor ratio in the U.S. For many students, that means missing out on the guidance they need to navigate their futures. And when the pandemic hit, access to college resources and support became even more limited.

Why are math coaches so important? They help make math more engaging for kids, which helps young learners build their math fluency in flexible ways—just like learning a language. More from @NPR and @NPRCoryTurner on how Alabama is leading the charge: npr.org/2025/03/12/nx-…

The foundation’s Patrick Methvin & @CSUdrg, chancellor of @calstate, discuss what #HigherEdValue actually means. Learn more in our new “Learning from the Ground Up” episode. usprogram.gatesfoundation.org/news-and-insig…

Providing every student with the right resources doesn't just help them succeed—it opens doors for future generations.

Check out the second episode of our new series, “Learning from the Ground Up,” to see how our partners across the U.S. are expanding opportunity and helping communities thrive. usprogram.gatesfoundation.org/news-and-insig…

The foundation’s Ryan Rippel, Director of Economic Mobility and Opportunity, joins @bulbulnyc, President & CEO of our partner @PCVtweets, to discuss how helping small and medium-sized businesses strengthen their workforce also helps strengthen their bottom line.

Good jobs should offer more than just a paycheck—they should enhance productivity and support employees’ professional and personal success.

The foundation and EWU are collaborating on student-driven, locally-led solutions to support young people as they explore their college and career options. Read more about this work in our new series spotlighting partners making a difference across the country: usprogram.gatesfoundation.org/news-and-insig…

A high school diploma is key in setting students up for the future they want. But what comes after graduation? @ANGELAJONESJD chatted with Barb Richey of @EWUEagles about strategies to help students navigate their next steps.

If you’re interested in hearing directly from Cheryl about the latest from our Pathways program, you can sign up for our monthly newsletter: go.communications.gatesfoundation.org/l/701613/2020-…

Today, we’re excited to announce Cheryl Hyman as the new director of our Pathways strategy. A transformational leader in higher ed, she will drive our ambitious work in high-quality dual enrollment, college- and career-centric advising, and more.

U.S. assistance programs, such as @PEPFAR, deliver life-saving medicine, medical care, and combat hunger and starvation. These programs protect the health of Americans, bolster U.S. national security, and build stronger economies. We are committed to working with the Administration on these issues and encourage them to ensure this critical funding continues immediately while their reviews are underway. nytimes.com/2025/01/27/hea…

This #InternationalDayOfEducation we celebrate the importance of education and its positive impact on Africa. 📚 At @gatesfoundation, we support the Global Education Program, which aims to improve basic literacy and numeracy skills among primary school children.

Providing access to essential health care for the world’s most vulnerable people not only reflects America’s core values, it strengthens global stability, security, and prosperity. The World Health Organization plays a vital role in combatting health threats that impact everyone, including Americans, by preventing the spread of deadly diseases, coordinating responses to health emergencies, and implementing global health initiatives – saving millions of lives each year. We believe engaged U.S. leadership is essential to helping build a more effective and efficient global health system with the @WHO playing a central role. As we look to the future, we will continue to make the case that instead of retreating, leaders in the United States should prioritize strengthening WHO’s capacity to address global health challenges, ensuring that U.S. investments continue to build a healthier, safer future for all.