The US economy continues to struggle, and that unfortunately leaves many people with uncertain futures
. A lot of laid off workers haven't had chances to secure new jobs. In some job fields there is little room for new workers. By many projections these dismal circumstances could continue for many more months or even years. Although things look bad, implementing effective economic initiatives can really improve things. The Obama administration and Congress have taken steps to make home ownership more attainable and to protect consumers in several areas. Another important area is education. There has been serious action taken to ensure that college loans aren't detrimental to students and to provide more scholarship opportunity. President Obama's Scholarships for Moms program is as straightforward as it sounds and hopefully as effective. Moms play crucial roles in the lives of their children so it's a no-brainer to provide education opportunities for them to care for their families. Obama scholarships for mothers are made possible by federal Pell Grants. For the past few years, the maximum award for Pell Grants has been increased to $5,000. Many single mothers have lower incomes so this grant program is particularly aimed at them. Education and school-related expenses vary, but most are acceptable ways to spend the grant money. The process of choosing a school is also made easy. Moms can use their grants at a variety of colleges and universities. All federal student aid is determined by the results of the FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid. This is the most important step in order to get an award. The FAFSA site can instruct you how to fill out that form as well as direct you to other potential sources of financial aid. You may even find other tax credits or scholarships that you didn't know about. It's also a good idea to talk with the financial aid office of the school you're considering. Part of having a strong foundation for education is making sure there are many financial aid opportunities for students. When moms earn grants to enroll in college they're preparing themselves to contribute valuable ideas to the work force and to provide substantial support for their families. Of course education's impact on families now and in the future is the primary function of the President's grants for mothers. It is the educated men and women of today as well as children who are gifted with education opportunities that will lead the country toward a brighter future.