Fund for Education Abroad

??? Celebrating diversity in study abroad! At FEA, we’re proud to support: ?? 31.9% LGBTQ+ students ?? 85.2% students of color ?? 78.6% first-generation college students ?? 34.8% community college students Together, we’re redefining who studies abroad and creating opportunities for all. ???? #InternationalEducationWeek #StudyAbroad #FEAScholars #DiversityInEducation Note: National Statistics from IIE Open Doors & CASSIE reports

? What an incredible evening at our Fund for Education Abroad Scholar Gala! ? We were thrilled to welcome over 200 guests who came together to celebrate the power of education and the theme of paying it forward. ?? Share your photos below in the comments! ?? A special thank you to the 10+ FEA Scholars and Alumni who joined us. Hearing their inspiring stories was truly the heart of the evening. ???? Chef Eric Adjepong was a highlight of the night, sharing his journey and passion for creating connections through food. ??? We are also deeply grateful to the Danish Ambassador Jesper M?ller S?rensen, whose touching reflections on global education and lifelong bonds resonated with us all. ???? And to our Chair of the Board of Trustees, Amar Rewari, MD, MBA, FASTRO, for inspiring everyone through sharing his own experience of founding a scholarship with FEA in order to pay it forward. ?? ?? Thanks to our generous supporters, we’re making great progress toward our $25,000 Board Match Challenge, with over $15,000 raised so far! ???? There’s still time to contribute and help us reach our goal—every dollar goes toward empowering more students to experience the transformative power of study abroad. ???? Finally, a huge thank you to the Danish Embassy for hosting us in such a beautiful space, the Danish Ambassador’s Residence, which added a special elegance and warmth to the evening. And to our incredible sponsors Kate Simpson & Family, Dale & Eugene Kenney, DIS - Study Abroad, United Airlines, ScholarTrip, and University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) for making this event possible- your support ensures that the FEA mission continues to thrive. ???? Let’s keep paying it forward—together, we’re making a lasting impact! ??? #FEAInspires #PayItForward #StudyAbroadImpact

So great to attend my first Fund for Education Abroad gala last night! Big shout out to the Embassy of Denmark for hosting all of us. The ambassador shared a very sweet story of his own exchange experience in Kansas and how he's going back there for Christmas to meet with his host family. It was a very gentle reminder to stay true and connected to those formative experiences from when we were younger. It set the tone for some great speeches from Angela Schaffer and honored guests. Some quick key notes and takeaway messages from those below: ☆ The importance of paying it back through paying it forward. There is beauty in the ripple effect of investing in good deeds and people who will look do that for the next group. ☆ Life is a big group project and we're all just finding our roles, while others may not be as engaged. How we manage personalities and outcomes matter. ☆ Staying true to who we are and navigating our passions really matters. Showing who we are through our interests and expressing ourselves through all of that keeps us connected to those past experiences. Yesterday, I traveled over 500 miles from Newport, Rhode Island to Annapolis (to see my family) and then to to attend this event and I thought that effort was special. But there were so many FEA scholars who who came in from way farther - even from California - to show the meaning and significance of their experiences abroad. So great as always to see many friends and colleagues in the field at organizations who work hard to help support students with these experiences. Over the years, as an FEA volunteer, I've reviewed dozens of scholarships and I've helped do interviews with finalists. This gala helped make the significance and the importance of the work that FEA and everyone puts into education abroad. If I have said it once, then I'll say it again, "study abroad is a team sport." Big shout out to everyone who pitched in and helped set the event up alongside the FEA team members. Big events like that don't happen without many hands pitching in to help create meaningful events like this. #FundForEducationAbroad #FEA #FEAgala #FEAgala2024 #EducationAbroad #StudyAbroad

Only two days until the Gala! ??? We’re incredibly grateful to our sponsors—ScholarTrip and University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)—for helping us make this event possible. Your support is opening doors to global education and making an impact! Let the countdown begin! ???? #ThankYou #Sponsors #GlobalEducation #NonProfitSupport #GalaCountdown

?? Big News! ?? FEA has received *Honorable Mention* for the 2024 IIE Empower Award! ?? This recognition from the Institute of International Education’s Center for Access and Equity celebrates FEA’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in international education. ??? The Empower Award honors initiatives that go above and beyond in breaking down barriers and expanding opportunities for all students. We’re proud to be part of a movement that’s changing the face of study abroad! ???? Read more about this achievement ?? https://lnkd.in/gcBsiTEq #IIEEmpowerAward #FEAProud #AccessToAbroad #EquityInEducation

?? The FEA Online Silent Auction is LIVE! ?? Don’t miss your chance to bid on exclusive items, unforgettable experiences, and unique gifts—all in support of expanding access to study abroad for deserving students. ???? Whether you're eyeing VIP sports tickets, fine dining experiences, adventure packages, or learning opportunities like our ASL Mastery Course, there’s something for everyone! ?? Start browsing and bidding now ?? https://lnkd.in/gdT2xFXs Let’s make an impact together! ?? #FEAGala #SilentAuction #SupportStudyAbroad

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A heartfelt thank you to our incredible Gold Sponsors, United Airlines and DIS Study Abroad, and our generous supporters, Kate Simpson & Family and Gene & Dale Kenney! ??????? Your commitment empowers us to reach new heights and make a lasting impact. Together, we’re creating opportunities and fostering global connections. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in our mission! ???? Interested in sponsoring an event? Click the link: ?? https://tr.ee/5vvvnXcskM #ThankYou #GoldSponsor #CommunitySupport #NonProfitSupport #Gratitude #MakingADifference