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About Coates Inc | Equity in Education
We are determined to make the dream of post-secondary education a reality for disadvantaged youth and young adults in Gary and East Chicago Indiana.

Vision and Mission

At Coates Inc. our vision is educational equity for under-served communities so that all students can attain college and career success. Our mission is to deliver programs that provide students with equal educational opportunities, college and career resources, and solid connections to the community.

Our Programs

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Overview

Our programs are focused on college and career related strategies.

College and Career Mobile

The College and Career Mobile (CCM) supports students and families in Northwest Indiana.

Jumpstart Program

Through the Jumpstart Program we provide 9th and 10th grade scholars the opportunity to be exposed to various career paths, educational opportunities, life skills and services in the community.

Exploration Program

Career Exploration Reviews strategies for exploring careers and making decisions about new careers.

At Coates Inc. our vision is educational equity for under-served communities so that all students can attain college and career success. Our mission is to deliver programs that provide students with equal educational opportunities, college and career resources, and solid connections to the community.

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Your Support is Appreciated

Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will help fund our mission.

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"Coates Inc. has opened my eyes to new career possibilities! On our last trip to a trades fair, I realized how exciting construction work could be. I hadn’t thought about a trade before, but now I see a path for myself in the industry. I’m so grateful for the guidance and opportunities Coates Inc. has provided!"
Makiya Gardiner
Makiya Gardinerstudent at Gary Lighthouse College Preparatory College Campus
“Coates Inc. is currently providing our scholars with amazing College & Career Exploration Services. One recent event that stood out to our scholars was a visit from the University of St. Francis who presented on their lab technology program. This hands-on experience deeply engaged our scholars and sparked their interest in this field!”
Jesenia Ryan
Jesenia RyanLead Academic Counselor at Gary Lighthouse College Preparatory Campus
“Thanks to Coates Inc, I graduated debt free with my Bachelors in Public Health”
Tamia Trice
Tamia TriceFormer student in Coates Inc. programming
"Coates Inc.’s programs not only provided practical tools and resources but also instilled a sense of direction and confidence in navigating the complexities of higher education and the professional world."
Elias Hernandez
Elias HernandezFormer student in Coates Inc. programming

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