Strada Education Foundation

Overview

Strada Education Foundation is a national nonprofit organization headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, committed to enhancing the connections between education and employment. The organization focuses on creating clear and purposeful pathways for individuals to achieve rewarding careers and fulfilling lives. Strada engages with various partners across education, nonprofits, business, and government sectors to advance its mission of 'Completion With a Purpose.' The foundation employs a multifaceted approach that includes research, strategic philanthropy, policy engagement, and investments in mission-aligned affiliates. These efforts aim to address critical challenges in postsecondary education and workforce development, ensuring that education leads to meaningful employment opportunities. Strada's initiatives encompass supporting education and training programs at four-year universities and community colleges, as well as providing grants to organizations working to improve the education-to-employment pipeline. Through its comprehensive strategies, Strada Education Foundation strives to create a more equitable and effective education system that serves the diverse needs of learners and employers alike, fostering economic mobility and workforce readiness across the United States.

Investment Focus

• Organizations focused on education and workforce development