Foundation Supports Two Nonprofits with $25,000 Each
TEMPE, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Imagine Learning, the largest provider of digital-first curriculum solutions in the United States, proudly announces the grand opening of its new global headquarters at 100 South Mill in downtown Tempe, Arizona. To mark this new chapter and its commitment to the local community, the Imagine Learning Foundation (ILF) has donated $25,000 each to two nonprofits focused on student well-being: Homeless Youth Connection and Sleep in Heavenly Peace.
With a reach of more than 15 million students across the U.S, Imagine Learning has deep roots in Arizona, where it serves over 100 districts statewide.
“We are excited to plant our roots in Tempe, a city known for its innovative spirit and vibrant education and tech community,” said Jonathan Grayer, Chairman and CEO of Imagine Learning. “Our new headquarters will be a hub of creativity and collaboration, leading advancements that will shape the future of education. We’re proud to celebrate this milestone by supporting two local nonprofits, Sleep in Heavenly Peace and Homeless Youth Connection, whose missions align with Imagine Learning’s goal of empowering students with the resources they need to succeed.”
The Imagine Learning Foundation, established in 2022, supports nonprofits that foster student well-being. To date, the Foundation has awarded over $1.2 million in grants to organizations tackling issues such as student homelessness, chronic absenteeism, career readiness, and other critical initiatives.
The Two Nonprofit Grant Recipients:
Homeless Youth Connection: Founded in 2010, this nonprofit is dedicated to eliminating barriers to education for youth experiencing homelessness, ensuring they can graduate and build successful futures. The $25,000 grant will support their efforts in providing youth coaches, housing support, independent living skills, hygiene products, and more.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace: Since 2012, this organization has built and delivered beds and bedding to children in need, ensuring they have a safe and comfortable place to sleep. The $25,000 grant will provide beds for 100 additional school-aged children in three cities where Imagine Learning has employees based: Phoenix, Arizona; Austin, Texas; and Gadsden, Alabama.
Robin Telle, Community Engagement Manager for Homeless Youth Connection, expressed gratitude, stating, “We are grateful for ILF’s generous support of our mission to serve youth experiencing homelessness as they work toward graduating from high school.”
Joe Genovese, President of the Phoenix Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, stated, “As our chapter prepares to donate our 6,000th bed to Phoenix-area youth, we are deeply grateful for ILF’s commitment to improving the wellbeing of the children we serve, ensuring no child sleeps on the floor in our town.”
About the New Headquarters
The new LEED-certified, 31,000-square-foot office space at 100 South Mill Avenue in Tempe is designed to support a tech-enabled hybrid work environment. This new space will serve as the central hub for Imagine Learning’s nearly 2,600 employees across the United States and Europe, including over 350 employees based in Arizona.
About Imagine Learning
Every classroom, every student is bursting with potential. That’s why we pursue relentless innovation at the intersection of technology, people, and curricula. Imagine Learning creates K–12 digital-first solutions, working alongside teachers to support 15 million students in over half of the districts nationwide. Our core portfolio includes Imagine IM, Imagine Learning EL Education, Twig® Science, and Traverse®. Our robust supplemental and intervention suite equips learners with personalized instruction for English and Spanish literacy, math, coding, and more. Imagine Edgenuity® and Imagine EdgeEX offer innovative courseware solutions, complemented by Imagine School Services’ Certified Teachers. Imagine Learning. Empower potential. Learn more: imaginelearning.com.
About Homeless Youth Connection
HYC was founded in 2010 to meet the needs of homeless youth who wish to remain in high school but may be forced to drop out because they lack a safe or stable home. Beginning with one high school, HYC has expanded to serve over 130 schools throughout Maricopa County and in Flagstaff. A 501(c)(3) organization, HYC serves homeless youth between the ages of 13 and 21. HYC’s mission is to eliminate barriers to graduation for homeless youth and create lasting solutions for a successful future through community support. Its long-term vision is that homelessness will not limit a youth’s opportunity for a successful future. Learn more about the organization and how you can get involved by visiting: hycaz.org.
About Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to building and delivering beds to children in need. Fueled by volunteers’ kindness and donor generosity, we’re growing our impact across the U.S. and beyond. We believe a bed is a basic need for a child’s well-being, and our mission is simple: NO KID SLEEPS ON THE FLOOR IN OUR TOWN! Learn more and get involved at shpbeds.org.
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