Available Now: Rural Impact Report
Read the tnAchieves Rural Impact Report!
At tnAchieves, we believe that Building Tennessee’s Future Workforce begins with ensuring every community—especially our rural ones—has a seat at the table. Representing more than 80 percent of the state’s counties, rural communities are not only the heart of Tennessee’s culture and values but also vital contributors to its economic strength, as show by the return on investment outlined below:
tnAchieves has supported 24,401 rural college graduates -- 84.7% of which live and work in Tennessee. These graduates have generated an $18.9B economic impact.
We are proud to share with you the tnAchieves Rural Impact Report, a reflection of our deep commitment to the students and families we serve. The report is designed to inform, engage and celebrate rural Tennessee while also highlighting the challenges students face in accessing post-secondary opportunities and the progress we have made together.
From removing transportation hurdles to expanding exposure to career pathways, tnAchieves has spent more than 17 years working to ensure every student—regardless of zip code—has a clear, supported path to a meaningful career. Our partnerships with schools, community organizations, chambers of commerce, employers and local leaders are the cornerstone of this work.
Bring the Rural Impact Report to your community!
We would love the opportunity to visit your community, share the report in person and discuss how we can continue partnering to empower rural students. If you are interested in hosting a tnAchieves visit, please sign up here!
Rural Tennessee is not just part of our mission—it is central to it. Together, we can continue to invest in the next generation of leaders, workers, and innovators who will shape the future of our state. Thank you for your continued support of Tennessee students!