Education

Foothills United Way Focus On: Education

Foothills United Way's emphasis on education supports learning and development of people so they become responsible, contributing members of the community. The expected outcomes are that children are prepared to succeed in school, and youth are prepared to succeed in the community.

Education is the cornerstone of individual and community success. But with more than 1.2 million children dropping out nationwide each year, America faces an education crisis. The cost? More than $312 billion in lost wages, taxes and productivity over their lifetimes. These trends are reversible, but only when communities and public, private and nonprofit sectors work together.

High school dropouts are 12 years in the making, usually starting early childhood education behind schedule. Locally, Foothills United Way's model focuses on supportive communities, effective schools and strong families. We provide funding for programs in Boulder and Broomfield Counties that focus on the development and education of children and teens.