Our Mission
To inspire and to facilitate improvements that affect educational outcomes—especially among underserved populations—through evidence-based innovation.
Our Focus
ECMC Foundation makes investments in two focus areas: College Success and Career Readiness.
Our Values
Our values are centered on four principles: Long-Term Investments, Entrepreneurial, Research and Reforms, and Measurement and Evaluation.
Our Grants & Investments
ECMC Foundation is a national foundation that makes grants and investments across the United States.
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InformED
People on the Move: Philanthropy
ECMC Foundation Welcomes Lynn Alvarez, Vice President of Programs and Strategy
Lynn Alvarez will direct strategy and implement ECMC Foundation's goals, grantmaking, investments and initiatives. Lynn brings extensive experience in philanthropy, law, education and public service to her new role.
Career Readiness Leader Spotlight
IHEP's Julie Ajinkya Expands Research on Degree Reclamation for Adult Learners
While in college, Julie Ajinkya was often tempted to leave because she didn't feel like she belonged. Today, Julie is using her personal experience and research skills in an initiative aimed at helping nearly 35 million Americans age 25 and older who started college but never finished—a scenario that leaves many with student debt, but no credentials in a competitive job market.
President's Corner
Higher Education is About to Have Its “Back to the Future” Moment
In May, I went on the TedxUCLA stage to share my belief that higher education is due for its “Back to the Future” moment – a return to a time where all viable educational pathways, including career and technical education, are celebrated and pursued.
I am an optimist and believe that if we can apply lessons from the 1980s movie, we will see many more successful graduates from our system of higher education, and, collectively we will have a truly transformative effect on today’s students, families and communities.
Higher education is about to have its “Back to the Future” moment – and it needs your help. Will you join the movement?