Breaking Down Barriers for Students in Appalachia

Breaking Down Barriers for Students in Appalachia

The Want2Work (W2W) program from Americans Helping Americans® provides critical financial assistance for GED programs, vocational training, and certification exams. By removing financial barriers, W2W helps young adults acquire the skills necessary to secure stable,...
Congratulations to our Want2Work Grads!

Congratulations to our Want2Work Grads!

Empowering Futures: How Americans Helping Americans® Grant Funds Made a Lasting Impact for Recent High School Graduates In July 2023, Americans Helping Americans® announced its new Want2Work (W2W) initiative, providing vocational and technical schools within...
How Education in Appalachia is Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

How Education in Appalachia is Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

Imagine a child who dreams of becoming a teacher, but can’t do their homework because they don’t have a computer at home. Or a young adult stuck in a low-paying job, because they lack the skills or education for a better one. This is the harsh reality for many in...
First Days of School…First Days of a Promising Future

First Days of School…First Days of a Promising Future

Americans Helping Americans© is committed to assisting students in distressed Appalachian communities to succeed in school. We support the educational journey of children in elementary school through our afterschool programs, all the way to those completing high...