Our Commitment
The Fund's Mission
The Jess and Rory Cohen Charitable Fund was established to support educational initiatives that advance student literacy and achievement. The Fund's mission is to break down barriers to literacy access, to empower teachers, and ensure that all students have the opportunity to thrive as readers and writers.
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Why Now? Schools nationwide are being asked to do more with less. Budget constraints and shifting priorities make it harder than ever for educators to access the resources and training they need. The Jess & Rory Cohen Charitable Fund was created to meet this moment, providing schools with support to strengthen literacy instruction and ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Who We Are
Together, Jess and Rory bring decades of experience in curriculum design, teacher training, and school partnerships—with a shared mission to ensure that all students, especially English language learners and underserved populations, have access to engaging, effective literacy instruction.
