Ep 413: Why We Started Lighthouse Learning Foundation a 501(c)(3): How Microschools Can Lower Tuition, Expand Access, and Build a Sustainable Future

Why would a microschool start a 501(c)(3) foundation—and what does that actually mean for families, tuition, and the future of education? In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind launching the Lighthouse Learning Foundation and how it works alongside our microschool model.
Designed for both parents and microschool leaders, this conversation answers the most common questions we’ve been hearing: what a nonprofit is, why we didn’t convert our school into one, and how this structure allows us to expand opportunities for students without placing the full burden on tuition. We walk…