subject: Build for Your Future: Education Grants for Mothers [print this page] Build for Your Future: Education Grants for Mothers
Have you been hit hard by the economic crisis? If you watch news programs then you know you're not alone. Many people have lost jobs, and finding new employment has been difficult. There aren't many chances to gain employment in some markets, and that has hurt many people. It's regrettable that many analysts think these employment trends will continue. Although things look bad, implementing effective economic initiatives can really improve things. Providing opportunity for more people to own their home is just one way Congress and President Obama have tried to help citizens and the flailing housing market. Other serious changes have been made regarding education. There has been serious action taken to ensure that college loans aren't detrimental to students and to provide more scholarship opportunity. One important result is the Obama Grants for Mothers program. Mothers of all kinds can use education to direct the path of their families' futures. Federal Pell Grants allow mothers to obtain these scholarships. Pell Grants were increased by about $1,000 so that now moms can be awarded as much as $5,000. With $5,000 moms can pay for any number of school-related costs. Education and school-related expenses vary, but most are acceptable ways to spend the grant money. Another benefit is that school options are very flexible. Grants for mothers can be used at 2- and 4-year institutions as well as some online options. All federal student aid is determined by the results of the FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The online form is necessary and easy to complete. There are also many other resources to help you learn about what is available for you. It's possible that you learn about opportunities that you didn't know about before. It's also a good idea to talk with the financial aid office of the school you're considering. In the realm of education, scholarships and grants are a key component for a strong system. Educating mothers benefits them and their families for years to come as well as the working world in general. Of course education's impact on families now and in the future is the primary function of the President's grants for mothers. Striving for education is a great part of ensuring a successful future.
