Trellis Arch

Our Approach: We believe every child has value and purpose; every child has something to offer; and every child can make a difference in the world if given the right resources. Trellis Arch identifies families that are “very poor” (the poorest half of those at or below the poverty line) using the Grameen Foundation’s “Progress Out of Poverty Index.” This objective poverty scorecard uses 10 simple

indicators to estimate the likelihood that a participant lives on less than $1/day. With 90-percent confidence, estimated poverty rates are correct within +/–1.9 percentage points. We use this valuable tool to target services, track progress over time, and report on successes in the communities we serve. We develop sustainable infrastructure alongside our local partners to ensure growth is possible, like a trellis does in a garden. Our focus in every project is to remove obstacles that prevent students from pursuing their education. Education is the one thing that breaks the cycle of poverty and empowers young boys and girls in remarkable ways. It spans wide spaces, like an arch does, and connects them with every possible opportunity for success. Educated children become adults who can help themselves.