The Strength of Every Student

Across the country, kids are losing programs that keep them safe while learning. But there’s still time to turn this around. Dr. Susan Klumpner, our Executive Director, shares how we can uphold justice, build trust, and empower students on their path to success.

Susan KlumpnerAugust 28, 2025Chicago, Baltimore, Detroit, after-school, community, absenteeism, school, education, sports, tennis, funding cuts

Communities Conquering COVID

These days, ACE programs look a bit different, but we are always moving toward equity! We caught up with program leaders in Chicago, Baltimore, and Detroit to understand the local impact of COVID-19 and how it’s shaping their work.

Susan KlumpnerApril 23, 2020baltimore, chicago, detroit, covid, ace, the ace project, chicago tribune, Shelley Orman, Fox News 5, Baltimore, Maryland, Michigan, Illinois, unemployment, program, leader, ebonye jones, dedra burnett, ray haggard, Steve Neavling

NEWS & PRESS

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