Our Supporters
Together, we can help thousands of learners unlock their full potential and secure family-sustaining careers.
We couldn’t do it without you.
At Merit America, we are dedicated to providing hard-working learners with the training and support they need to succeed. To date, our efforts have resulted in nearly $700M in wage gains for low-wage Americans. We are proud to report that for every $1 invested in Merit America, we are able to drive $33 in wage gains into the pockets of hard-working Americans. But we still need your support to drive $1B in wage gains by 2025.
- $26,000: Average wage gain pre-program to post-program completion for Merit America Alumni*
- 9,275+: Total number of learners served by Merit America’s programs
- 33:1: Every dollar invested in Merit America creates a 33x social return on investment**
**According to Bridgespan Social ROI Impact Analysis
Kalen’s Road To Tech
Kalen’s journey mirrors that of countless others – searching for ways to propel his career forward, yet unsure of the necessary next steps. Faced with limited options due to his full-time job and financial constraints, a predicament millions of Americans can relate to, his breakthrough arrived when he stumbled upon Merit America. Kalen attributes his success to personalized coaching, which he deems “crucial” in navigating the workforce after nearly a decade in autobody repairs. Through Merit America, he acquired the coveted IT skills he desired, culminating in a remarkable $45,000 wage increase upon transitioning to a role as a Network Operations Analyst.
Case Study: Clark Foundation
By investing in Merit America, the Clark Foundation demonstrated the power and the payoff of taking a risk on strong leaders, who needed only capital to translate their crystal-clear vision from a 15-person pilot to a thriving organization that has prepared more than 7,500 people to succeed in new career paths.
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Donor Testimonials
Merit America has demonstrated a deep commitment to expanding opportunity for low-wage working adults — a goal we share. Through one of Ascendium’s most significant philanthropic awards to date, we’re proud to help Merit America to reach sustainable, national scale and impact the lives of tens of thousands of low-wage workers through affordable, flexible, in-demand training leading to meaningful technology careers and increased wages.
Carolyn Lee, Deputy Director – Education Grantmaking
Through our partnership with Merit America, we are breaking down barriers and providing life-changing opportunities for the workforce, empowering participants to secure rewarding roles in tech. This partnership is unique for Niagara as it creates an opportunity for our Team Members to support participants by engaging with them in mock interviews and also gives us an opportunity to hire learners into Niagara.
Ann Canela, Director of Corporate Giving
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Merit America is a registered US 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit.
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