We serve the interests of America’s public schoolchildren – our nation’s future leaders. Current focuses are financial literacy & workforce development. A Relevant Partner in Public Education The American Public Education Foundation was founded to support high-quality public education. We serve the interests of America’s public schoolchildren – our nation’s future leaders. The Foundation believes in the power of public education to transform lives, and grow economies. APEF conducts research, compiles resources, and creates programing to support our goals as well as other similar organizations, teachers, parents, and students. Our purpose as an organization is to help ensure our next generation is prepared to handle their money smartly, avoid debt, better understand our economy, and learn to make good decisions about their careers and finances.