Real outcomes for rural youth in America by 2030
HOW WE IMPACTTurning potential into progress
Our movement succeeds when all 14 million rural young people across America thrive. By tracking progress, highlighting bright spots, and sharing what works, we empower communities to build the partnerships, programs, and investments that turn potential into opportunity. When rural communities rise, the nation rises with them.
Engaging rural brilliance
By 2030, we aim to connect and support 10,000 rural leaders and allies working together to advance opportunity for young people. Through our growing movement of rural partners and allies, we’re strengthening the relationships and knowledge that help communities move outcomes forward. Learn how we amplify rural brilliance.
Rural Leaders Engaged
Activating rural investment
We are working toward leveraging $200 million between public and private investment by 2030 to support rural communities. By partnering with corporations, philanthropies, and public leaders, we’re helping direct resources where they matter — fueling long-term progress for rural young people. Learn how we activate investment.
in public funds activated for rural communities
in private funds activated for rural communities
Strengthening rural place-based partnerships
Across rural America, place-based partnerships are strengthening the local capabilities that move outcomes for young people, cradle to career. By 2030, we aim to expand and support these efforts, ensuring communities have the resources, alignment, and support needed to succeed. Learn how we advance a narrative for rural America.
Places Supported
Impact in Appalachia
To increase economic mobility for all young people, we track seven key indicators that show where students are most at risk. We use that data to guide our responses, to support local partnerships and to sustain progress from cradle to career.
Partner with us
We work alongside corporations, philanthropies, and public partners committed to rural communities. Let’s explore how we can build opportunity together.