EdtechReview.in is proud to announce the strategic collaboration between American Student Assistance (ASA) and the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE). As part of the 10-year agreement, NFTE will receive a $5 million unrestricted grant and annual matching grants of up to $2 million over the next decade. This collaboration will help expand access to high-quality entrepreneurship education programs, services, and opportunities for middle and high schoolers from rural, marginalized, and economically disadvantaged communities.
This partnership is a testament to the importance of career readiness and entrepreneurship education for students. Through the collaboration, NFTE and ASA will not only provide in-person education but will also develop digital curriculums, business plan competitions, and teacher professional development.
NFTE’s research-based, award-winning entrepreneurial programs are designed to activate and cultivate the entrepreneurial mindset, enhancing college and career readiness and uniquely preparing learners for the future of work. Specifically, the partnership will focus on NFTE’s new Exploring Careers course, which provides teens with exposure to a broad exploration of career opportunities.
The agreement also includes the appointment of Jean Eddy, President & CEO of American Student Assistance, to NFTE’s Board of Directors, as well as the appointment of Dr. J.D. LaRock, the Chief Executive Officer of NFTE, to ASA’s Board of Directors.
Dr. J.D. LaRock, Chief Executive Officer of Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, expressed his enthusiasm for this partnership: “This partnership enshrines NFTE’s longstanding relationship with ASA, a fellow supporter of the power of entrepreneurship education, and aligns our two organization’s missions to help young people discover who they are and what they love. I look forward to continuing our mutual efforts to foster creativity, success, and self-actualization among our nation’s youth.”
At EdtechReview.in, we are excited to see the collaboration between two organizations dedicated to providing students with the tools they need to succeed. We believe that providing students with high-quality education and career readiness can be a game-changer for underrepresented and economically disadvantaged communities. We hope that this partnership will help bridge the gap in access to resources and ensure that students have the tools they need to reach their goals.
