Education
TIP -The Teen-Parent Improvement Program, in Georgia, that helps young mothers to finish high school by providing daycare for infants 6 weeks old through toddlers age 3. The program also provides summer employment opportunities as well as educational services for teen parents.
Beta Center- The Beta Center is an education and support organization located in Florida, it's focus is on teen-parents and at-risk families.
Wisconsin Teen Parent Resources- A compliation of resources and support for Wisconsin residents, including health care, and education information.
Futures for Young Parents Program -This program is for pregnant or parenting young people between 15 and 21 who are working to get their GED. The GED (General Educational Development) is an exam given to adults who did not recieve a high school diploma, by passing this exam the person recievs a certificate that is equal to a high school diploma. This program is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Futures for Young Parents Program is part of Just a Start which offers a variety of other programs.
Scholarship/Loan Opportunities
The Raise Nation Foundation - Scholarships and grants for single mothers.
Student Loan Relief Hotline- 866-836-9168 (works for students and graduateswho wish to reduce their monthly payments by consolodating. Must have over $10,000 in student loan debt and be less that 150 days past due. Counselors seek ways to help find relief)
Federal Student Financial Aid - Information from the U.S. Dept. of Education about preparing for and funding your education beyond high school.