Help Shape the Future of IT

The COMMON Education Foundation empowers the next generation of IT professionals through year-round initiatives that provide critical financial assistance. From tuition scholarships for students to funding for students and faculty to attend COMMON Conferences, your support helps unlock opportunity and inspire innovation in the Information Technology field.

Join us in advancing IT education — your contribution makes a difference.

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Providing Pathways to Educate a New Generation of IT Talent

As technology continues to evolve at an exponential rate, so does the demand for IT professionals. This growing need presents an unprecedented opportunity for students to embark upon an educational track to prepare them for a professional career in Information Technology.

Be part of shaping the next generation of IT leaders — get involved today!

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Expand Your IBM i Knowledge

Looking to sharpen your skills or dive into IBM i topics? The COMMON Education Foundation Video Library gives you 24/7 access to live-session recordings from COMMON conferences and on-demand webcasts.

Start learning at your own pace — anytime, from anywhere.

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Ongoing Initiatives

The COMMON Education Foundation is committed to developing a highly skilled IT workforce by continually exploring innovative approaches to education and workforce development.

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Volunteer with Us

For more than two decades, the COMMON Education Foundation has thrived thanks to the passion and dedication of our volunteers. Whether you’re interested in joining our committee or lending a hand at our booth during COMMON’s Spring and Fall events, your time and talents can have a lasting impact.

Looking for other ways to get involved? Support our largest annual fundraising effort by donating to our silent auction or raffle.

Help us continue our mission—because the future of IT starts with community.

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The COMMON Education Foundation works closely with COMMON, IBM and Local User Groups in providing supplementary educational opportunities to IT students and educators, including access to Conferences and Events

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Our Partners

The COMMON Education Foundation works closely with COMMON, the largest professional association of IBM technology users as well as with the IBM Skills Academy

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Strategic Partnerships

At the COMMON Education Foundation, we believe collaboration is key to shaping the next generation of IT professionals. That’s why we proudly partner with COMMON—the largest professional association of IBM technology users—and the IBM Skills Academy. Together, we’re advancing IT education by developing high-quality curricula and expanding outreach to educational institutions nationwide.

Discover how our strategic partnerships are driving innovation and building a stronger pipeline of students and educators in business information technology.