The leading blockchain firm and the company behind XRP cryptocurrency, Ripple has announced an investment commitment of $25 million to leading education non-profits in the U.S.—DonorsChoose and Teach For America.
This funding aims to empower young Americans and educators within the country by providing them resources they need in order to “improve academic outcomes, build economic resilience and thrive in a rapidly evolving job market.”
In the official release , Ripple revealed that under this new initiative, it will deploy a capital of $25 million, using its own stablecoin RLUSD. This will support teachers and classrooms across the U.S., through their partnership with the non-profit educational organizations.
The firm emphasizes that despite lifetime economic opportunity in the country, many classrooms face challenges in adequate accessibility. This might hold back students in fulfilling their academic potential.
“Ripple has always championed financial and educational access for all, and we’re partnering with some of the most impactful organizations – DonorsChoose and Teach For America – to benefit thousands of classrooms across the U.S.,” said Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple. “Together, we hope to inspire others to do the same, starting with Teacher Appreciation Week, and leading into the rest of the year to support students and teachers with the resources they need to build a stronger future for themselves and their communities.”
Citing a 2024 Gallup survey report, Ripple states that 55% of U.S. parents and adults are dissatisfied with the quality of K-12 education in America, reflecting broader concerns about constraints and gaps in funding for education. With this partnership, Ripple is making needful resources accessible to rebuild confidence and deliver greater results.
This move is also marking a substantial milestone for Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin as it keeps emerging in the ever-evolving digital economy. Especially as the domestic crypto regulations continue improving, it has opened wide doors for Ripple to broaden their presence with XRP and now the RLUSD stablecoin becoming the latest addition to it.
