Perpetual Education Fund
What is the Perpetual Education Fund, and what is its purpose?
At the April 2001 general conference, Gordon B. Hinckley, then President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, announced a "bold initiative" to help youth in developing areas "step out of the cycle of poverty." The Perpetual Education Fund:
- Is an inspired program to help ambitious, worthy young members of the Church receive training and education that lead to employment.
- Is modeled after the Perpetual Emigration Fund developed for the Church's early pioneers. As loans are repaid, the funds are re-circulated to provide opportunities for others.
- Provides student loans to young people in selected developing nations.
- Helps young people better provide for their families and grow in leadership and responsibility in the Church. It will strengthen individuals, families, and communities.
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PEF Helps People in 51 Countries Find Their Potential
By providing low-interest loans for vocational, professional, and technical training, the Perpetual Education Fund helps ambitious participants learn employment skills and develop self-reliance and independence. Full Story
In Memoriam Donations
Donations In Memoriam to the Perpetual Education Fund of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Full Story
