Community Educational Funding

05/26/2026

Join us tonight for Community Educational Funding’s College Planning Workshop, where you will gain eye opening insight into the strategies that can help your student prepare for a smarter future!

In this workshop you will learn:
1) how playing the college admissions game may be hurting your child’s future.
2) when you should start planning for admissions (it’s sooner than you think!)
3) the 5 biggest myths that lead families to believe they won’t qualify for financial aid.
4) the 3 questions you must ask every school before you apply that no one else asks until it is too late.
5) the shocking truth about 529’s and other college savings plans and how they actually can cost you more than they save you!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, Community Educational Funding honors and remembers the brave men and women who have served our country with courage and dedication. As we continue helping students and families plan for their educational futures, we are reminded of the opportunities made possible through their sacrifice.🇺🇸

05/05/2026

College tuition has been rising about 4.8% per year since 2006—nearly double inflation.
Big conversations happening today at our college planning workshop in Concord, NC.

05/04/2026

Community Educational Funding is proud to highlight two impactful student-led initiatives making a difference in our community and beyond.

🎬 Movie For a Cure (2nd Annual)
Founded by Milana Noskov, this event supports the Parkinson’s Foundation through a community movie night featuring Back to the Future Part II. What began as a personal passion for neurology and a desire to take action has grown into a meaningful annual fundraiser supporting research and patient services. Join us on May 9th at 6:30 PM in Waxhaw, NC.

Donations can be made here: https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Donation2?PROXY_ID=3073829&mfc_pref=T&idb=1033760597&df_id=11378&PROXY_TYPE=20&11378.donation=form1&FR_ID=6928

💃 Dillagi: Love Unspoken – Dance Recital
Led by Nihira Deliwala through Nrityangan, this performance is more than a showcase of talent—it is a mission-driven event supporting organizations that advocate for victims of domestic violence. The recital will take place on May 16th from 4–7 PM at Ovens Auditorium in Charlotte, NC.

Learn more: https://www.nrityangandance.com/

Both of these events reflect the power of student leadership, passion, and purpose. We encourage our community to show support, attend, and contribute to causes that truly matter.

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04/20/2026

We’re excited to announce a new partnership with Horizon Academic Research and Lumiere Education to expand opportunities for our students.

Through this collaboration, our students will have access to guided, high-level research experiences—working alongside mentors, exploring academic interests in depth, and building projects that strengthen their college applications and future goals.

At Community Educational Funding, we’re committed to not just preparing students for college, but equipping them with real-world skills that set them apart. This partnership is another step in that mission.

If your student is interested in research opportunities and standing out in the admissions process, reach out to learn more.

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03/24/2026

🎬 Movie For a Cure – Supporting a Cause Bigger Than Ourselves

Community Educational Funding is proud to support Milana Noskov and her second annual Movie For a Cure event benefiting the Parkinson’s Foundation.

What started as a passion for neurology and a deeply personal connection has grown into a meaningful community initiative—bringing people together for a night of purpose, awareness, and impact.

Join us on May 9th at 6:30 PM in Waxhaw, NC for a showing of Back to the Future, where every dollar raised goes directly toward Parkinson’s research and patient support services.  

This is more than a movie night—it’s an opportunity to be part of something that truly matters.

🎟️ Come out. Bring a friend. Make a difference.

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03/06/2026

The biggest myth parents believe about college admissions:

“If my child has the grades, they’ll get in.”

A 4.0 GPA helps.
A 1400 SAT helps.

But here’s the reality…

Every applicant to top schools already has strong academics.

So admissions officers are asking something different:

Who is this student beyond the classroom?

What do they care about?
How do they contribute?
What impact will they bring to campus?

Because colleges aren’t just admitting smart students.

They’re building communities.

🎓 Comment MYTH if you’ve heard this before.

03/04/2026

Biggest myth in college admissions?
Prestige = success.

So many families chase “the Harvards”…
when the real win is fit + future + financial reality.

A name on a sweatshirt won’t guarantee a life you’re proud of.
A smart match might.

Comment FIT if you want a better way to think about college.

01/20/2026

To make the most of the 2026-2027 FAFSA and maximize your aid, you need to be prepared and avoid the common errors that derail families every year.

It’s official, the 2026-27 FAFSA form is now live. On September 24, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education announced that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2026-27…

01/08/2026

True success isn’t just getting into college, it’s becoming the kind of person who’s ready for the world beyond it.

True success isn’t just getting into college, it’s becoming the kind of person who’s ready for the world beyond it.   As application season ramps up, it’s easy for families…