While much of Michelson 20MM’s attention and excitement has gone towards Governor Newsom’s historic investment of $115 million in the Zero-Textbook-Cost degree program, there have been other equally impactful projects in the areas of intellectual property education, Student Basic Needs, digital equity, and in particular Smart Justice.
Continue readingPregnant and Parenting Students in California: A Look at the CSU System
What are the biggest challenges faced by this parenting students? Who is ultimately responsible for ensuring pregnant and parenting student success, and how is the California State University System doing in supporting them? Join us on February 24th to learn more!
Continue readingInspiring Statewide Action: Education Trust–West’s All in for Financial Aid Campaign
Education Trust–West found that $550M worth of financial aid is unused in California; therefore, they recommend FAFSA and CADAA completion. Excitingly, the Proposal for FAFSA/CADAA Completion has been codified in California!
Continue readingStatement on Governor Newsom’s 2022-2023 Budget Proposal
The Michelson 20MM Foundation applauds Governor Newsom for his bold leadership in prioritizing the needs of students in the areas of textbook costs and basic needs.
Continue readingThe Most Read Stories of 2021: Looking Back on a Year Filled with Challenges and Hope
In view of the inherent value of sharing news and analysis about the topics that are most important to us and to our community, the Michelson Philanthropies network published more than 230 articles in 2021, far more than in years past.
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