Bend

EDUCATION INITIATIVE

Expanding Access to Education at Every Stage of Life
Supporting learners, educators, and communities through language, cultural education, and lifelong learning initiatives.

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Who We Serve

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Learners

Individuals seeking access to education, language learning, or lifelong learning opportunities.

Christina Cappy and her teachers as Bend Language Intitute who help with Bend Education Initiative

Educators & Communities

Teachers, organizations, and communities expanding educational access.

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Supporters & Volunteers

People who want to contribute time, skills, or expertise.

Spanish learning with Bend Education Initiative

BEI Vision

Bend Education Initiative (BEI) was created to meet the educational needs of people in our local community and across the globe.

We strive to support accessible education for individuals at all stages of life. We believe that financial barriers do not need to be the limiting factor in the pursuit of knowledge and skill development, and we work to provide resources for underserved populations.

By partnering with local and international organizations, we provide resources that enable people to meet their full potential.

You can learn more about our current projects, as well as how to donate. We thank you for your support!

Get Involved

Join us in making education accessible by donating or volunteering to support our community and global initiatives.

How You Can Help

Latest News

Check out our news and events for updates on BEI’s projects and on making education accessible worldwide.

Our Projects

Discover our projects empowering communities through ASL, ESOL scholarships in Central Oregon, and classroom building in South Africa.

Our Projects

Who We Are

Bend Education Initiative is made up of local and international members hoping to make an impact in our communities. Our organization is entirely volunteer-based, meaning that all donations go directly to serve the communities in need.

Board of Directors:
Neil Marchington, Chair
Nicole Marchington, Vice President
Andrew Gorman, Treasurer

Christina Cappy and Nicole Marchington with Bend Education Initiative

TALK TO US

Have any questions? We are real people trying to make a change. We all have full-time jobs and families. Please use our contact page and leave your message.

Contact BEI