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.
As part researcher, part organizer, part educator and part investor, we put children at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to changing their futures.
Our Focus Areas
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
The Foundation’s Legacy, Captured by a Dreamer
December 3, 2018
Earlier this year, I received a letter that caused me to pause and reflect on the legacy created by my parents — Stewart and Jane Bainum — and carried on by the Foundation today. In so many ways, i...
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