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Bottom Line – College Access and Success Programs is a grant from the Altman Foundation that funds organizations supporting college access and success for disadvantaged and first-generation college students. Bottom Line operates a proven model providing personalized one-on-one advising to students for 5-7 years, from college applications through graduation and career launch.
Students supported by Bottom Line are 28% more likely to enroll in high-graduation-rate colleges and 13% more likely to enroll in four-year colleges compared to peers. The program is offered at no cost to students and focuses on helping them access scholarships, financial aid, and make informed college choices. The Altman Foundation awarded $250,000 over two years to support Bottom Line's college access and success programming.
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Get to know Bottom Line—our team, history, and career opportunities that drive our mission forward. See how our data-driven approach and proven models are transforming the lives of first-generation college students. Being the first in your family to go to college means figuring things out as you go, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Bottom Line has your back through everything: from financial planning and applications to every twist and turn on campus. We’re with you from day one until you graduate and start your career. The best part?
Our program is 100% free — no cap. Apply now to see if you qualify H. S.
Class of 2026–2027 → Start Your Application H. S. Class of 2028–2030 → Take the First Step Let’s partner and build your plan With one-on-one guidance from your Bottom Line Advisor, you’ll apply to schools that fit your goals, graduate with little to no debt, and enter your career ready and clear about what’s next.
We believe in your power. Why should I choose Bottom Line over other programs? Bottom Line offers a proven approach to college access and success, supported by years of research.
Students in our programs are 28% more likely to enroll in high-graduation-rate colleges and 13% more likely to enroll in a four-year college compared to their peers. With personalized advising and resources, we’re dedicated to ensuring your success from day one. Start your journey with a proven path to college success Can Bottom Line help me afford college?
Yes. We know that affordability is a major concern for many students. That’s why we focus on helping you access scholarships, grants, and financial aid packages that minimize debt.
Our advisors emphasize making affordable college choices that set you up for long-term success. Take the first step toward an affordable college degree I don’t know how to start looking at colleges. Can you help?
Absolutely. Finding the right fit is crucial. Our advisors will work with you to identify schools that align with your academic interests, career goals, and financial needs.
We’ll also ensure the schools you consider offer strong support systems for first-generation students. Apply now to get personalized support on your college search How is Bottom Line different from other college access programs? We are more than a one-time resource.
Bottom Line offers personalized, one-on-one advising that stays with you for 5-7 years—from applying to college to graduating and launching your first career. Our LEAD model (Lists, Essays, Applications/Aid, Decision) ensures you succeed not just in college, but in building a meaningful, sustainable future. Get support that goes beyond college admission What kind of support will I receive during college?
We’ll help you stay on track through our DEAL framework. This includes academic advising, budgeting for affordability, securing internships, and building the skills needed for a fulfilling career. Our advisors will also be there to help you overcome challenges like homesickness, stress, or unexpected life events.
Thrive in college with support that adapts to your journey Why Students Choose Bottom Line “I wanted to go to college, but I had no idea how to start. With support every step of the way—from signing up for college prep courses to mastering time management—Bottom Line helped me stay on track and graduate. I wouldn’t be here without them.
” “"For Jera Moses, being a first-generation college student is a journey of courage, perseverance, and faith. 'The courage to be the first has been in my mind a lot,' she shares. 'Even when it’s hard, I keep going because I know I’m chasing change.'
With Bottom Line’s support, Jera is building a future rooted in sustainable agriculture, community engagement, and hope." ” “As a first-generation college student, Sarah felt overwhelmed by the college process—until Bottom Line became her guide. 'I didn’t have anyone to help me navigate scholarships or applications,' she shared.
With her advisor’s support, Sarah secured a scholarship and a spot at UIC, even earning recognition from the White House for her inspiring journey. ” “Bottom Line has been one of the best things that has ever happened to me. ” The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes.
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Improving Undergraduate STEM Education: Education & Human Resources (IUSE: EHR) Program is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). This program promotes novel, creative, and transformative approaches to generating and using new knowledge about STEM teaching and learning to improve STEM education for undergraduate students. It supports projects that bring recent advances in STEM knowledge into undergraduate education, adapt, improve, and incorporate evidence-based practices, and lay the groundwork for institutional improvement in STEM education. Professional development for instructors to ensure adoption of new and effective pedagogical techniques is a potential topic of interest.
The National Leadership Grants for Libraries Program (NLG-L) supports projects that address critical needs of the library and archives fields and have the potential to advance practice and strengthen library and archival services for the American public. Successful proposals will generate results such as new models, tools, research findings, services, practices, and/or alliances that can be widely used, adapted, scaled, or replicated to extend and leverage the benefits of federal investment. Applications to IMLS should both advance knowledge and understanding and ensure that the federal investment made generates benefits to society. Specifically, the goals for this program are to generate projects of far-reaching impact that: • Build the workforce and institutional capacity for managing the national information infrastructure and serving the information and education needs of the public. • Build the capacity of libraries and archives to lead and contribute to efforts that improve community well-being and strengthen civic engagement. • Improve the ability of libraries and archives to provide broad access to and use of information and collections with emphasis on collaboration to avoid duplication and maximize reach. • Strengthen the ability of libraries to provide services to affected communities in the event of an emergency or disaster. • Strengthen the ability of libraries, archives, and museums to work collaboratively for the benefit of the communities they serve. Throughout its work, IMLS places importance on diversity, equity, and inclusion. This may be reflected in an IMLS-funded project in a wide range of ways, including efforts to serve individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; individuals with disabilities; individuals with limited functional literacy or information skills; individuals having difficulty using a library or museum; and underserved urban and rural communities, including children from families with incomes below the poverty line. Application Process: The application process for the NLG-L program has two phases; applicants must begin by applying for Phase I. For Phase I, all applicants must submit Preliminary Proposals by the September 20th deadline listed for this Notice of Funding Opportunity. For Phase II, only selected applicants will be invited to submit Full Proposals, and only those Invited Full Proposals will be considered for funding. Invited Full Proposals will be due March 20, 2024. Funding Opportunity Number: NLG-LIBRARIES-FY24. Assistance Listing: 45.312. Funding Instrument: G. Category: AR,HU. Award Amount: $50K – $1M per award.
The California Department of Education (CDE) Early Education Division is making approximately .7 million available to expand California State Preschool Program (CSPP) services statewide, appropriated under the 2021 Budget Act. Eligible applicants are local educational agencies (LEAs), including school districts, county offices of education, community college districts, and direct-funded charter schools—both current CSPP contractors and new applicants. Funding supports full-day/full-year or part-day/part-year preschool services for income-eligible children beginning in FY 2024–25. Awards are allocated by county based on Local Planning Council priority areas and application scores, with redistribution provisions if county allocations are underutilized.