What is Dignity?
The Dignity in Schools Campaign (DSC) functions as a robust national coalition dedicated to dismantling the school-to-prison pipeline. By synthesizing the efforts of parents, educators, and grassroots activists, the organization promotes evidence-based alternatives to punitive disciplinary measures, such as their signature Solutions Not Suspensions framework. Positioned at the intersection of policy advocacy and community organizing, Dignity provides the essential infrastructure for political education and federal-level legislative influence. Their market position is defined by a commitment to fostering inclusive, supportive learning environments that prioritize student retention over traditional, often exclusionary, administrative responses.
How much funding has Dignity raised?
Dignity has raised a total of $477K across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$150K
Debt
$327K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $327K led by PPP
Key Investors in Dignity
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Dignity?
With the recent capital deployment, Dignity is poised to scale its advocacy initiatives and expand its reach within the federal policy landscape. The organization is expected to prioritize the institutionalization of restorative justice practices, moving beyond pilot programs toward comprehensive, systemic adoption. As the coalition navigates this late-stage growth phase, the focus will likely shift toward enhancing the efficacy of the National Week of Action and deepening the impact of its grassroots mobilization efforts. By maintaining a rigorous focus on policy change and community-led solutions, Dignity aims to solidify its status as a primary architect of equitable educational reform in the United States.
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