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
After eight years working in autobody repairs, Kalen was eager to pursue his lifelong interest in IT Support. However, options for advancing his career were limited while working full-time – a challenge millions of Americans are far too familiar with.
The turning point came through a TikTok ad, discovered by his wife, which inspired him to “stop doing what’s necessary and do what feels right.” Kalen’s aspirations finally aligned as he honed sought-after IT skills through Merit America, resulting in a $45K wage increase upon becoming a Networks Operations Analyst. Crediting personalized coaching as “crucial” to his success and helping him navigate the workforce after eight years, Kalen saw Merit America as the timely change that brought him financial stability.
Recent Press
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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