The only organization dedicated solely to helping state boards advance equity and excellence in public education.



NASBE values transparency in its operations and funding sources. We thank the following foundations and corporations for supporting NASBE’s work in 2024-2025.


 

Programmatic Funders:

  • Arizona State University
  • The Bainum Family Foundation
  • Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies
  • The Wallace Foundation
  • The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
  • W.K. Kellogg Foundation

 

Principal Sponsors:

  • College Board
  • Curriculum Associates

 

Major Sponsors:

  • HMH-NWEA
  • Renaissance

 

Supporting Partners:

  • American Institutes for Research
  • ETS
  • Great Minds

 



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