Thanks to Taco Bell Foundation for $25,000 grant supporting career and college readiness
We’re thrilled to share that the Taco Bell Foundation has awarded $28 million in community grants to nearly 500 nonprofits nationwide—including Achieve Twin Cities!
Our sincere thanks to the foundation for its generous $25,000 grant supporting our career and college readiness programs. These funds will help equip Minneapolis Public Schools and Saint Paul Public Schools students explore their passions, plan for the future, and prepare for meaningful, life-sustaining careers.
In announcing this record-breaking investment, Lisa Lane Cardin, Taco Bell Foundation executive director, shared:
“We believe that empowering young people is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the future. It’s an honor to partner with these 500 nonprofit partners as they create real, lasting impact in the communities our fans, Team Members, and franchisees call home. This record investment is a testament to the power of community-driven change and the limitless potential that exists when we remove barriers and open doors.”
Career readiness is a leading focus for this year’s grant recipients, with 45% of funding dedicated to preparing young people for the workforce. Another 29% supports academic success mentorship, and 11% goes to increasing college readiness—a strong reflection of the foundation’s commitment to helping youth succeed at every stage of their educational journey.
Since 1992, the Taco Bell Foundation has reached more than 9 million young people nationwide and awarded over $189 million in grants and scholarships to advance education and career readiness.