A Vision for Prosperity
A university system for independent institutions with a commitment to long-term prosperity
Bridge to Prosperity™
Core Education Foundation is a 501c3 public charity. The organization was established to assist non-profit higher
education institutions with capital strategies that enable them to transform their business model.
We accomplish this through our Bridge to Prosperity program.
Capital is a critical element in business model transformation. Affiliated institutions have access to funding sources that would otherwise not be available to them as a standalone, do-it-yourself model.
The Foundation also has fundraising resources to attract venture philanthropy, assist in capital campaigns and transformational gifts for our affiliated institutions. Our fundraising activity and results are for the exclusive benefit of our affiliated institutions.
A System of Independent Affiliated Institutions
The Foundation has built a private system of independent affiliated institutions, supported by capital and our strategic partner, Core Education PBC—a Public Benefit Corporation driving business model transformation.
Institutional Commitment to the Private System
Central System of Support
All affiliates use the same comprehensive set of supporting services, that are provided on a budget-offset basis. (paying what you spend today)
Digital Enhanced Pedagogy
Expanded program offerings, lower delivery costs, and a new pathway for meeting both campus and student needs, while substantially improving operating margins.
A New Playbook for Success
Leadership commitment to new approaches and collaborative partnerships. Success does not come from an old playbook that is rooted in out-of-market operating practices and policies.
Strategic Board Commitment
The system requires a board committed to long-term prosperity and excellence. Board commitment to adopt market-based policies and operating rhythms, meeting student needs for enhanced pedagogical delivery, along with growth initiatives that will fuel the institution for success.
General Qualifications
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Board & President Alignment
A commitment to a culture of prosperity - Operating results within 10% of revenue
- Balance sheet that allows 3-5+ years of operating runway
- Financial covenants that do not constrain the institution from success
- Special consideration will be given to rural institutions
Why Now?
Time is of the Essence
Presidents and boards are looking for alternative approaches to protect their mission and achieve long-term financial prosperity. Institutions are running out of time.
A Window of Opportunity
Core Education Foundation and its affiliate, Core Education PBC has the financial, human resource capacity, and infrastructure to transform a limited number of institutions whose leadership are truly committed to long-term prosperity in a new market environment.
Core Education PBC is a Public Benefit Corporation with a vision to transform the business model of higher education
As an operating partner to the Foundation, Core PBC fosters a culture of prosperity by equipping institutions with the essential resources needed to realize their future organizational goals.
Core PBC utilizes its economies of scale—including a team of over 160 professionals—to drive operational effectiveness, enhance technological efficiency, expand market presence, and implement successful capital strategies. These outcomes are supported through a comprehensive suite of services.
