Cummins READY™
Powering the pathway to education and career success
Around the world, millions of learners lack the skills and opportunities needed to succeed in today’s economy. Three hundred million youth are out of school, and 600 million students do not meet minimum proficiency levels in reading or math. While progress has been made in expanding access to preschool and increasing high school graduation rates, significant barriers remain to achieving a quality education for all.
Serving as the company’s global education strategy, Cummins READY™ aims to address the worldwide education crisis by creating equitable pathways to STEM education and career success for individuals around the world.
Launched in 2024, Cummins READY operates on two levels: empowering individuals to take the next step in their learning journey while also equipping institutions to sustain long-term impact. This strategy supports STEM learning and engagement across the full educational continuum delivered through strategic partnerships and key initiatives.
As Cummins READY makes steady progress toward its goal of supporting one million learners and workers by 2030, every milestone represents individuals gaining new skills, opportunities and a pathway to a stronger future.
Areas of focus
STEM engagement
Cummins collaborates with leading educational and nonprofit organizations to provide high-quality STEM experiences to learners and workers around the world.
Technical Education for Communities (TEC)
TEC is a school‑based program that equips students with in‑demand technical and vocational skills. Industry partnerships are leveraged to enhance curriculum, train teachers and provide work-based learning experiences.
Equipment for Education (EfE)
EfE enables Cummins employees to support career and technical education programs in their local schools. Through engine and tooling donations, employees with deep expertise help students gain skills that are valued in the workplace.
Cummins READY partners
Partnerships are essential to effectuate real and sustainable change. Cummins partners with the following organizations to address specific issues facing our communities.
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In the United States, Nov. 8 is recognized as National STEM Day, a celebration of curiosity, creativity, and innovation.
In recognition of the indisputable role that education plays in advancing global peace, sustainability and unity, since 2019, the United Nations has recognized January 24 as the International Day of Education.
Caring for our communities is not just part of what we do.
International Day of the Girl, observed annually on October 11, honors girls’ rights and achievements, while raising awareness to the gender inequalities and challenges they face around the world.
Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) play an important role in communities around the world.