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The Kemper Foundation Launches Read Conmigo Bilingual Educator Grant Program
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The Kemper Foundation has launched the Read Conmigo bilingual educator grant program, aimed at enhancing bilingual literacy skills among Latino students. Annually, up to 100 grants of $3,000 will be awarded to teachers in Spanish-English bilingual classrooms. The first grant cycle is focused on the Greater Los Angeles Area, with intentions to expand in Spring 2023. Applications for the Fall 2022 cycle are due by June 26, 2022. This initiative reflects the Foundation's commitment to supporting education and the benefits of bilingualism in the Latino community.
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Launch of the Read Conmigo bilingual educator grant program aimed at Latino students.
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CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
The Kemper Foundation announced today it has launched a new bilingual educator grant program, Read Conmigo, underscoring the Foundation’s commitment to advance education through support of elementary schoolteachers of bilingual programs.
Read Conmigo grants are intended to strengthen bilingual literacy skills of Latino students. The Kemper Foundation will annually award up to 100 grants of $3,000 in two grant cycles to teachers of Spanish-English bilingual classrooms. The grants can be used for educational resources, tools and materials, and professional development.
The program’s Fall 2022 cycle has launched in the Greater Los Angeles Area, including Los Angeles County, Orange County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County, and Ventura County. The program is expected to expand to additional markets in the U.S. for the Spring 2023 grant cycle.
“The Kemper Foundation endorses the distinct educational, social and financial benefits of bilingualism in Latino families,” said Joseph P. Lacher, Jr., Chairman of The Kemper Foundation Board of Trustees, and Kemper Corporation’s President, CEO and Chairman. “It’s been clearly demonstrated that improved bilingual skills provide a broader array of opportunities for Latino community members, while strengthening communities overall. We’re proud that the Read Conmigo program will put needed funds in the hands of teachers whose classrooms will benefit from essential resources and professional development in support of bilingual literacy.”
The application deadline for Fall 2022 grants is June 26, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Additional information including eligibility requirements, grant usage guidelines, FAQs and the grant application are posted on The Kemper Foundation website. Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee comprised of officers from The Kemper Foundation and Read Conmigo program partners. Grant funds will be awarded in August 2022 for this grant cycle. To learn more about The Kemper Foundation’s new Read Conmigo grant program, visit The Kemper Foundation website.
About The Kemper Foundation
The Kemper Foundation, the philanthropic partner of Kemper Corporation, focuses on support for charitable causes and organizations supporting education, health, and community development. Through financial support and employee volunteerism, The Kemper Foundation aims to make a meaningful difference in the communities where we live and work.
About Kemper
The Kemper family of companies is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. With approximately $15 billion in assets, Kemper is improving the world of insurance by providing affordable and easy-to-use personalized solutions to individuals, families and businesses through its Auto, Personal Insurance, Life and Health brands. Kemper serves over 6.5 million policies, is represented by approximately 35,400 agents and brokers, and has approximately 10,300 associates dedicated to meeting the ever-changing needs of its customers. Learn more about Kemper.
What is the Read Conmigo program from Kemper Corporation?
Read Conmigo is a bilingual educator grant program launched by The Kemper Foundation to support bilingual literacy skills among Latino students.
How much funding will teachers receive from the Read Conmigo program?
Teachers can receive up to $3,000 in grants from the Read Conmigo program.
When is the application deadline for the Fall 2022 Read Conmigo grants?
The application deadline for Fall 2022 grants is June 26, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. PT.
Where is the Read Conmigo program currently available?
The Read Conmigo program is currently available in the Greater Los Angeles Area, including Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Ventura Counties.
When will the Read Conmigo grant funds be awarded?
Grant funds for the Fall 2022 cycle will be awarded in August 2022.
