On February 15th, 2012, Ascend at the Aspen Institute launched its inaugural class of Ascend Fellows. The 2012-2013 class of Ascend Fellows is comprised of 20 dynamic leaders from across public, private, and nonprofit sectors who are driving innovative ideas and proven strategies that help families achieve educational success and economic security. Watch Ascend Fellows […]
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Tweet to @alevere Grounded in core values like boldness, creativity and determination, Ascend is founded on the belief that a country in which millions of families are living in poverty is neither equitable nor sustainable. Recognizing the power of collaboration as a vehicle for putting promising ideas into meaningful action, the Ascend Fellowship convenes a
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Special Assistant to the President Racquel Russell
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Tweet to @miabirdsong The Hilaire family secured a $5,000 loan through FII to open A Sweet Place candy store in Boston. This supplemented the social and financial investment of their family and friends. This country has a rich history of people—connected by history, culture, or common values—working together to improve their lives and the prospects
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