Jun 8, 2023
Reposted with permission from the author, who noted that their words are as true today as they were back in 2016 – when our organization was called Capital Region Sponsor A Scholar which has since been changed to 518 ElevatED. The mission of 518 ElevatED is to...
Apr 4, 2023
April is Financial Literacy Month—but this is a skill that we should constantly be building every month of the year. We thank our partners at Bank of America and their Better Money Habits program for sharing these great tips with us. While it might sound daunting,...
Feb 9, 2023
The road to choosing a college is a long one. Getting accepted is just the beginning. As you narrow down your list of colleges, comparing things like location and courses of study is a good place to start, but once those financial aid award letters come, the...
Jan 5, 2023
By Jennifer Miller, 518 ElevatED Board Member and Mentor As this new year begins you may reflect or consider making resolutions that are full of possibilities for growth and change. But as you consider your year ahead, you might want to think about not just what...
Dec 15, 2022
By: Laura Marx, 518 ElevatED, President & CEO It is proven that giving back to the community boosts your happiness, health, and sense of well-being. As we close out the year and people are thinking about making charitable gifts, it is helpful to know what you...
Nov 18, 2022
By Laura Marx, 518 ElevatED President and CEO November 8 marked the 57th anniversary of the signing of the 1965 Higher Education Act, which has helped millions of first-generation students persist to degree completion. And 2022 coincides with the Pell grant’s...