Edu1st Competitors

Education First is a national strategy and policy organization trusted by education changemakers in all 50 states. Our mission is to deliver exceptional ideas, experience-based solutions and results so all students – and particularly low-income students and students of color – are prepared for success in college, career and life. We envision a world in which every student is prepared to succeed—a world in which income and race no longer determine the quality of education. We are a for-profit professional services firm with a not-for-profit soul. We direct our time and talent to support clients that can achieve the greatest impact on education systems, teachers and students. As a professional services firm, we are nimble and responsive, while pursuing our broader agenda of more equitable and effective public education for all. We’ve defined our theory of action, focus areas and services because these direct us to where we can produce the greatest impact. We’re also committed to innovation; we are constantly looking for new and better ways to serve the field. In addition to our client engagements, we set aside resources for pro-bono work that serves the field, advances our mission and spurs innovation.

Family Star is a Denver-based early childhood program committed to providing high-quality, year-round care and education. We operate two school locations in the city of Denver and also offer a home-based program, ensuring families have flexible options to meet their needs. Our program provides Head Start services through an authentic Montessori approach, giving children a strong foundation for lifelong learning. We also support families with weekly on-site food distribution, helping to meet basic needs while fostering a healthy, thriving community.

Bellwether Education Partners | 4,666 followers on LinkedIn. Smart, stress-tested education analysis and solutions. | Bellwether Education Partners is a national nonprofit focused on dramatically changing education and life outcomes for underserved children. We do this by helping education organizations accelerate their impact and by working to improve policy and practice. Bellwether envisions a world in which race, ethnicity, and income no longer predict opportunities for students, and the American education system affords all individuals the ability to determine their own path and lead a productive and fulfilling life.