The Kemper Foundation Opens Applications for Read Conmigo School Impact Grants in Dallas and Hidalgo Counties
09 January 2025 - 4:00AM
Business Wire
The Kemper Foundation, the philanthropic partner of Kemper
Corporation (NYSE: KMPR), announced that applications are now open
for the new Read Conmigo School Impact Grants. This initiative will
support school-wide dual-language (Spanish-English) education
programs for bilingual students in Title I elementary schools.
Building on the proven success of the Read Conmigo Educator
Grants, the School Impact Grants will further empower schools to
enhance bilingualism and biliteracy, boost academic achievement,
and promote multicultural understanding. These grants underscore
The Kemper Foundation’s commitment to helping Hispanic and Latino
students develop the critical skills needed to thrive in an
increasingly interconnected and globally inclusive world.
The Foundation will annually provide up to 22 grants of $10,000
each to Title I elementary schools across Greater Los Angeles,
Miami, Dallas and McAllen, TX. The Read Conmigo School Impact
Grants will provide flexibility to enable schools to innovate and
adapt solutions tailored to their unique needs and challenges,
ultimately promoting long-term educational success.
Key Features of the Read Conmigo School Impact
Grants:
- Grant Amount: $10,000 per school.
- Eligible Schools: Title I public and charter elementary
schools serving bilingual students in the following counties: Los
Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura
(California); Broward and Miami-Dade (Florida); and Dallas and
Hidalgo (Texas).
- Use of Funds: Dual-language (Spanish-English) program
initiatives, including school-wide resources, technology
improvements, professional development for educators, and
cultural/community engagement activities.
- Application Process: Open from January 8 to March 9,
2025 through The Kemper Foundation’s grants portal.
The School Impact Grants will amplify the benefits of the Read
Conmigo Educator Grants, which have contributed to measurable
improvements in student outcomes, including reading comprehension,
writing, spelling, vocabulary, phonics, speaking and technology
skills. By expanding grants to entire schools, the Foundation aims
to strengthen the connections within the wider school community and
build a lasting legacy of supporting quality, holistic
dual-language education.
The Kemper Foundation is one of the few private foundations that
emphasizes dual-language education, targeting educators and Title I
schools to close the opportunity gaps and equip Hispanic and Latino
students with essential skills for success in a globalized
world.
For more information, visit The Kemper Foundation.
About The Kemper Foundation
The Kemper Foundation is the philanthropic partner of Kemper
Corporation and focuses on support for charitable causes and
organizations in education, health, and community development.
Through our owned programs, key partnerships, financial donations,
and Kemper employee volunteerism, we aim to make a meaningful
difference in the communities where we live and work.
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Media Contact Jamie Coker-Robertson 310-804-1408
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