Adult Education is a Lifeline
Adult education programs depend on federal funding to help adults improve literacy, earn credentials, and transform their lives.
These aren’t just programs—they are lifelines for millions of learners working tirelessly to support their families, strengthen their communities, and create a better tomorrow.
The Coalition on Adult Basic Education has created a special advocacy section for this crisis, “Faces of Adult Education.” The section gives people 10 different ways to join the movement.
Click the logo to find out how to take action now.
Our Adult Ed funding for next program year, starting July 1, 2026, is now before Congress. Senate Republicans and Democrats recently approved level funding for Adult Education for next year. Now we need all members of the House of Representatives to do the same.
Please show your support for continued Adult Education funding in FY26 by clicking the button below and completing the COABE Support Adult Education Funding form.