Our story.
The Foundation’s story began in 1968 with entrepreneur Stewart Bainum. He wanted to give children living in poverty the opportunity to break the bonds of their circumstances through access to high-quality educational opportunities and services. See what we’re focused on now.
How do we help children succeed?
Let us count the ways.
We’re part researcher, part organizer, part educator, part investor. We inspire children to ask questions like, “What if?” and “Why not?” Questions that can change their future — and the world.
Our Services
We work with partners, parents and educators to offer services such as early learning, wrap-around support and knowledge building.
Knowledge Building
Wrap-Around Support
Early Learning
Home Visiting: Proven Positive Outcomes from ‘School for Parenting’
August 15, 2017
High-quality home visiting programs can make a powerful positive impact in the lives of families participating in them — and the data reveals that these programs are needed in communities across th...
Read More
