Access to Basic Education Creates Positive Change
The Durango/Cortez Adult Education Center is proud to be the only educational center to offer adult basic literacy, High School Equivalency preparation, GED testing, and English as a Second Language (ESL) in our community. We can build a strong foundation for economic success and shared prosperity, plus help reduce crime by investing in basic education. Together, we can make a difference.
Ways to Give
There are many ways to support the DAEC/CAEC and assist with filling the educational gaps of basic education in our community. See below:
Make a Financial Contribution:
You can make a tax-deductible contribution by mail or donate online to change a life and enhance the overall health of our community. If donating by mail, please make checks payable to:
Durango Adult Education Center,
701 Camino del Rio, Suite 301,
Durango, CO, 81301
Become a Business Sponsor:
Join the many other community members who support education (View Our Business Sponsors)
• With a $1,000 donation plus sponsorships we will place your logo and a business link on our website.
• Fully tax-deductible
• Event sponsors receive additional benefits. For details, please contact Cathy Mewmaw at cmewmaw@durangoadulted.org.
Did You Know?
• Approximately 2,500 adults in La Plata County do not have a high school diploma
• Communities can strengthen their economies through a better educated populace
• Communities can grow and attract high-wage employers by investing in education
• Education is good for government budgets — higher incomes contribute to greater tax dollars
How Your Support Helps
$50
Purchases two ESL student books.
$100
Provides one month of childcare for one child during our evening classes.
Affordable childcare is one of the biggest barriers of parents in completing a basic education.
$160
Helps one student take all four GED exams needed to graduate with a high school equivalency diploma.
$500
Allows a student in our BOOST program to purchase textbooks and supplies for one semester of college.
$600
Provides individualized class instruction for one 8-week session.
$725
Covers the expense for one student to apply for U.S. Citizenship.
$2,500
Educates one adult learner for a full year (four 8-week class sessions).