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May 07, 2026
When their foster mother, Mary, was connected to AAI’s Catapult program through donor-supported resources, it opened the door to something meaningful—not just for the kids, but for their entire family. What started as access to a tool became a pathway to confidence, structure, and possibility.
Behind every certificate is more than completion—it represents resilience, growth, and the courage to believe in something better.
Empowering Recovery Through Career Pathways: A New Chapter for Las Vegas Communities
April 2026
Dr. Donnelly attended the Nevada Women’s Fund’s gathering on 3/10/26, surrounded by remarkable female leaders helping shape Southern Nevada.She was honored to share a table with community champions including Mayor of Henderson Michelle Romero, Henderson City Councilwoman Monica Larson, Children’s Advocacy Alliance’s Annette Dawson, and Christina Vela, CEO of St. Jude’s Ranch.
Nevada Department of Education – February 2026
February 2026
Our founder, Dr. Donnelly, had the privilege of sharing AAI’s Catapult Initiative with education and community leaders from across Nevada at a convening hosted by the Nevada Department of Education. This gathering brought together influential voices dedicated to strengthening opportunity and outcomes for students statewide.
Expanding Access to Essential Services: Introducing AAl's Catapult Connect Mobile App
February 20, 2026
An Introduction to AAl's Research Related to College Acces sby Dr. Pamela M. Donnelly / March 8, 2024 Expanding Access to Essential Services: Introducing AAl's Catapult Connect Mobile AppAccess to help shouldn't depend on luck, long wait times, or knowing exactly where to look. Yet for many vulnerable youth, that's exactly what happens. Across the country, critical
An Introduction to AAl's Research
Related to College Access
An Introduction to AAl's Research Related to College Access by Dr. Pamela M. Donnelly / March 8, 2024 College access has been defined by higher education researchers McDonough et al. as the process whereby educators, policy makers, and administrators attempt to ensure a college education for all who aspire to that goal. U.S. society promotes the
An Introduction to AAl's Approach to
Career Readiness
Dr. Pamela M. Donnelly
An Introduction to AAl's Approach to Career Readiness by Dr. Pamela M. Donnelly Few among us would argue that young people growing up without a stable home environment deserve special consideration as they approach their 18th birthday. As a career college admissions specialist who volunteers with foster youth, I am dedicating the next phase of my