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Financial Access Through Tuition Assistance

By providing need-based financial aid and alternative funding models, we increase access to faith-based education for economically diverse families, because financial barriers are a primary obstacle to enrollment and sustained participation in private educational settings. This strategy centers on removing economic barriers as a means to achieve equitable access to religious and values-aligned education. While some organizations use scholarships, tax-credit funding, or hybrid tuition-donation models, the shared belief is that affordability must be structurally addressed to fulfill mission-driven inclusivity. It differs from purely pedagogical or spiritual formation strategies by targeting systemic access rather than instructional design or community culture.

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who runs it

Organizations running this strategy · 19

what it looks like in practice

Activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Administering structured scholarship participation requirements FUTURES IN EDUCATION
    direct service
    Requires scholarship recipients in the Angel program to maintain academic, attendance, and conduct standards, and to submit personal letters and photos annually to support accountability and donor engagement.
  • Awarding need-based scholarships to K–12 students in Catholic schools FUTURES IN EDUCATION
    grantmaking
    Funds partial tuition for students in Catholic elementary and secondary schools in Brooklyn and Queens through endowment funds, private donations, and fundraising programs. In fiscal year 2024, awarded scholarships to 1,689 students, including 714 through the Be An Angel to a Student program.
  • Facilitating donor-recipient relationships in scholarship programs FUTURES IN EDUCATION
    direct service
    Matches students with donors and facilitates ongoing communication through letters, photos, progress reports, and events such as the annual Angel Reception to strengthen engagement and stewardship.
  • Organizing donor engagement and fundraising events FUTURES IN EDUCATION
    direct service
    Hosts annual fundraising events including a Scholarship Fund Dinner attended by 850 adults and a golf and tennis outing at Hempstead Country Club to support access to Catholic education.
  • Supporting Catholic schools and alumni engagement FUTURES IN EDUCATION
    capacity building
    Provides capacity-building support to Catholic elementary schools by helping them reconnect with alumni to strengthen development and fundraising efforts.
  • Funding Catholic education for girls THE ORLANDI REEL CHARITABLE TRUST
    grantmaking
    Funds Marymount School of New York to support a Catholic school for girls. This grantmaking activity has been consistently supported across multiple reporting periods.
  • Funding diocesan appeals and initiatives THE ORLANDI REEL CHARITABLE TRUST
    grantmaking
    Funds the Catholic Diocese Bishops Appeal through the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen, supporting broad-based diocesan programs and charitable activities.
  • Funding meal delivery for elderly and disabled individuals THE ORLANDI REEL CHARITABLE TRUST
    grantmaking
    Funds meal delivery services for elderly and disabled individuals through Fall Mountain Friendly Meals, ensuring access to nutritious food for vulnerable populations.
  • Funding preservation of historic Catholic churches THE ORLANDI REEL CHARITABLE TRUST
    grantmaking
    Funds roof repairs for the First Catholic Church in NYC through St Peter's Landmark Preservation Trust, supporting the maintenance and preservation of historic religious buildings.
  • Funding reproductive healthcare services for women THE ORLANDI REEL CHARITABLE TRUST
    grantmaking
    Funds reproductive healthcare services for women through Gianna NYC-CHS of LI, supporting medical and counseling services aligned with Catholic values.
  • Funding retreats and activities for low-income individuals THE ORLANDI REEL CHARITABLE TRUST
    grantmaking
    Funds retreats and enrichment activities for low-income individuals through the Arnold Hall Endowment Fund Co Woodlawn Foundation, promoting spiritual and personal development.
  • Funding support services for mothers with difficult pregnancies THE ORLANDI REEL CHARITABLE TRUST
    grantmaking
    Funds support services for mothers experiencing difficult pregnancies through The Sisters of Life and The Sisters of Life Visitation Center of New York, providing resources and care for at-risk pregnant women.
  • Tuition assistance for religious education HKY KOL YAAKAB INC
    direct service
    Provides tuition assistance to students who cannot afford it as part of advancing religious education.
  • Conduct academic planning and enrollment operations Tri-Village Nursery School
    direct service
    Publishes annual academic calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years and conducts open enrollment starting January 10, 2026, for the following school year. Charges annual tuition ranging from $2,875 to $5,250 based on class attendance frequency.
  • Conduct year-round fundraising to support operations Tri-Village Nursery School
    direct service
    Organizes year-round fundraisers to subsidize operational costs, including teacher salaries, classroom supplies, field trips, and enrichment activities.
  • Deliver play-based, thematic early childhood curriculum Tri-Village Nursery School
    direct service
    Implements a play-based, thematic curriculum aligned with the Creative Curriculum and New York State Pre-K Learning Standards, organizing lessons around specific topics or questions and integrating learning across content areas. Classroom environments include rotating interest areas to support exploration and peer interaction.
  • Ensure health, safety, and emergency preparedness Tri-Village Nursery School
    direct service
    Maintains a peanut-free and tree nut-free environment, provides annual EpiPen training for all teachers, and conducts state-recommended evacuation and shelter-in-place drills for all classes to ensure student safety.
  • Facilitate outdoor play and access to community spaces Tri-Village Nursery School
    direct service
    Provides regular access to outdoor play through a fenced-in on-site yard and utilizes the nearby Delmar Reformed Church playground. Organizes walking field trips to local community sites during warmer months.