Student Loan Debt Payment Program
In colleges and universities across Georgia, school is in session. But knowledge isn’t the only thing students are accumulating—they’re also accumulating debt.
Americans collectively owe an estimated $1.75 trillion in student debt. Georgians owe an average of $40,268 per person in student loans—higher than the national average. Collectively, Georgians owe $66 billion in student debt. This burden can make it more difficult for community members to save money, buy homes, pursue additional education or otherwise build wealth.
Watch the video below to hear our nonprofit partners from On the Rise Financial Center and The Scholarship Academy talk about the lifelong negative impacts of student loan debt.
Do you struggle with student debt?
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta launched our Student Loan Debt Pilot Program in 2023 to help tackle student loan debt in our region. Rooted in our TogetherATL strategic priorities of Place-based philanthropy and Income and Wealth, the Student Loan Debt Program aims to create a more equitable region and shared prosperity for all residents.
How to apply
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Interested in supporting the Student Loan Debt Program?
You can donate by clicking here, selecting Income and Wealth Fund and indicating you’d like to contribute to the Student Loan Debt Program. You can also contact us.