Impact

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Local leaders from across the country are proving that when you expand quality public school options, entire communities benefit. The stories, data, and real-world successes featured here show how expanding access to high-quality schools improves outcomes for all students.

City Impact

From Newark to Denver, Indianapolis to New Orleans, cities across America are proving what’s possible when visionary local leaders are empowered to transform their education systems. Explore their stories through videos, data, and personal stories that showcase how sustained local leadership is changing the trajectory for students.

Network Impact

Since 2018, City Fund has been driving remarkable academic progress for students in cities across the country, showing that locally led education initiatives can transform life trajectories for historically underserved communities.

Research

We analyze data and share research to understand what works in education transformation. These resources show how cities are creating excellent schools for all students.

Stories From the Field

Searching for the Tipping Point: Scaling Up Public School Choice Spurs Citywide Gains

The Progressive Policy Institute’s (PPI) latest report, “Searching for the Tipping Point: Scaling Up Public School Choice Spurs Citywide Gains,” examines how expanding public school choice can boost student achievement across urban areas.

Philanthropists embrace collaborative funding to multiply their impact

Funder collaboratives provide philanthropists with opportunities for learning and shared costs, enabling larger and more impactful investments. City Fund leverages this model to bring innovative ideas to life.

How Is Camden’s Innovative School System Moving the Needle for Students?

In Camden, New Jersey, students are overcoming post-pandemic learning losses through a unique collaboration between district, charter, and renaissance schools.

I made the right school choice for my kids

Marcia Garcia, a Latina mom and education advocate in Providence, shares her insights on engaging parents in decisions affecting their children’s education, particularly regarding school choice.

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