For Release: Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
LOCAL INSTITUTIONS RECEIVE EDUCATION GRANTS
Washington - U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that two local institutions have been awarded TRIO Talent Search Program grants through the U.S. Department of Education. These funds will be used to provide a variety of services to help students from disadvantaged backgrounds obtain a higher education.
"Education is the key to success, especially in the economy of the 21 st Century," said Costello. "I will continue to support efforts to make a quality education more attainable."
| Institution |
Award |
|
| Association for Education Excellence |
$220,000 |
|
| Lewis and Clark Community College |
$283,754 |
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