Communities In Schools (CIS) has been awarded a three-year, $225,000 grant from the Comis Foundation. This funding aims to support CIS's goal of expanding its presence into every Title I-eligible school in the United States, targeting the 12 million students living in poverty.
The grant represents a significant milestone for CIS in its mission to provide equitable education opportunities. Anne Walter, Comis Foundation Trustee, stated, "Comis Foundation recognizes that talent exists everywhere, but opportunity does not. A high-quality and equitable education system can reduce barriers to opportunity and transform lives. In this spirit, the foundation supports organizations like Communities In Schools that help level the playing field for students."
The CIS National Office plans to use the funds to enhance organizational capacity, strengthen support for its national network, and expand its integrated student supports model.
"We are incredibly grateful to Comis Foundation for their generous support," said Rey Saldaña, National President and CEO of Communities In Schools. "This grant will significantly bolster our efforts to bring our evidence-based model to new schools and provide vital resources and support services to more students, helping them overcome barriers, stay in school, and achieve in life."
Communities In Schools focuses on connecting schools and students with essential resources such as basic needs assistance, mental health services, tutoring, mentoring, job readiness programs, among others.
About Communities In Schools:
Communities In Schools® (CIS®) is a national organization dedicated to ensuring every student has what they need to realize their potential regardless of background or socioeconomic status. Operating inside over 3,000 schools nationwide, CIS connects students with caring adults and community resources aimed at overcoming educational barriers.
About Comis Foundation:
Established in 2002 as a family foundation focused on enhancing the lives of children and youth through access and opportunity. The foundation invests in organizations that equip children with skills necessary for learning and thriving within their communities.