About UsPearson FoundationPF_acaf0dcc-d1e8-11e0-b137-8f567a64ea2aThe Pearson Foundation is the nonprofit arm of Pearson, the international media company with 37,000 employees in more than 60 countries._acaf0fb6-d1e8-11e0-b137-8f567a64ea2aTo make a difference by promoting literacy, learning, and great teaching._acaf106a-d1e8-11e0-b137-8f567a64ea2aEducational DisadvantagesCollaborate with leading businesses, not-for-profits, and education experts to share good practice; foster innovation; and find workable solutions to the educational disadvantages facing millions of young people and adults across the globe._acaf10e2-d1e8-11e0-b137-8f567a64ea2aLeading BusinessesNot-for-ProfitsEducation ExpertsEducationally Disadvantage Young PeopleEducationally Disadvantage AdultsBooks and Literacy SupportHelp nonprofit organizations around the world deliver books and literacy support to communities in need._acaf1164-d1e8-11e0-b137-8f567a64ea2a1.1Nonprofit OrganizationsWe’re sharing books we love; raising funds for literacy programs around the world; and helping the next generation of pre-school teachers give every child in America an equal chance to read, learn, and succeed.Student SuccessHelp schools, teachers, and academic leaders do all they can to help students succeed._acaf11e6-d1e8-11e0-b137-8f567a64ea2a1.2StudentsSchoolsTeachersAcademic LeadersTogether with corporate, nonprofit, and academic partners, we deliver innovative, scalable learning programs to schools; provide academic awards, training, and professional support to teachers; and support leadership initiatives that establish and document best practices for students and educators.Programs and SupportHelp local partners deliver education-focused programs and support outside the classroom._acaf1272-d1e8-11e0-b137-8f567a64ea2a1.3We work together with leading nonprofit organizations to provide locally-managed educational support for young people and adults in communities around the world.2011-08-28http://www.pearsonfoundation.org/about-us/index.htmlOwenAmburOwen.Ambur@verizon.net