Marathon Education Partners increases college access for low-income children by: lessening financial burdens and obstacles associated with higher education; and by creating awareness of college at a young age.

Our program selects promising students (Scholars) in the 4th grade whose families lack the financial resources to afford college. Scholars are then matched with individuals or families (Partners) who have agreed to pledge $100/month for 10 years toward a college investment fund. Partners also agree to contact their Scholar every month and provide encouragement and guidance over that 10-year period.