What Live It Learn It does

Live It Learn It is a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2005 (EIN 35-2247059) that delivers standards-aligned experiential learning to elementary school students in grades 3 through 5 enrolled at Title I DC public schools. The model centers on field experiences hosted at 24+ cultural and educational partner destinations across DC — covering 100% of the District's wards — supported by a curated library of 30+ academic programs aligned to state learning standards. In the 2023-24 school year the organization ran 226 field experiences and reports cumulative reach of 25,000+ students since inception, with self-reported outcome metrics of 78% of students indicating increased knowledge and 93% indicating confidence in sharing what they learned.

The core operating asset is the curated curriculum plus the network of cultural-institution partnerships, both of which compound with each program-year delivered; delivery is executed by a small core staff of six supplemented by seasonal and part-time educators, with field-experience labor paid at approximately $40 per experience. The business model is philanthropic rather than commercial: revenue flows from donations, grants, and volunteer support rather than per-student fees, and the organization holds GuideStar Platinum and Charity Navigator ratings plus a Spur Local award as credibility signals. Recent strategic moves include the Bridge the Gap Fund partnership with EmpowerED and DC Council (broadening scope to PreK-12), a board leadership transition, launch of a Text Club for digital engagement, and formalization of an expanded volunteer program — collectively signaling effort to scale delivery without proportionally scaling paid headcount.

Name

Live It Learn It

Legal name

Live It Learn It

Website

https://liveitlearnit.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Live It Learn It is a DC-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers standards-aligned experiential learning field experiences for grades 3-5 students at Title I public schools, partnering with 24+ cultural institutions and serving 25,000+ students since 2005.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Experiential Education Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Curriculum, Lesson Planning & Instructional Content Platforms (EDAJAMAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

K–12 Digital Curriculum & Interactive Lessons (EDAGAEAA), Online Learning Content & Course Publishing Platforms (BPAMAJAL)

Keywords

• Experiential learning programs
• K-12 education services
• Field trip programs
• Nonprofit education programs
• Curriculum enrichment services

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: Individual donations from supporters; monthly giving program; stock donations; cryptocurrency donations; mailed check donations
2. Foundation Grants: Grant funding from foundations supporting education equity and experiential learning

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Live It Learn It designs and delivers experiential, place-based learning programs in partnership with Title I DC Public Schools and cultural institutions across Washington, DC. The organization connects classroom curriculum to real-world sites through guided field experiences, supporting teachers and engaging students in grades K-12 across more than 20 program topics at over 24 partner destinations.

Product overview

Live It Learn It is a DC-based nonprofit organization that offers experiential learning programs for students in Title I public schools. The core offering consists of over 20 academic programs delivered through field experiences at partner cultural institutions across Washington DC, including museums, historic sites, and environmental learning locations. Programs are aligned by grade level (3rd, 4th, 5th grade) and subject matter (science, history, art, culture, civics). Supporting services include the Bridge the Gap Fund (grants for DC educators), volunteer opportunities, a video library, newsletter, and text club for community engagement. The organization also provides educator staffing through seasonal Field Educator and part-time LILI Educator positions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bridge the Gap Fund: A fund in partnership with EmpowerED and the Council of the District of Columbia that aims to bridge the 'Experience Gap' by providing equitable access through financial assistance, logistical support, and programmatic support for experiential, project-based, and field-based learning opportunities for PreK-12 educators across DC public and charter schools.
• LILI Volunteer Team

Products and services

• Experiential Learning Programs Place-based, experiential learning programs delivered in partnership with DC Title I public schools and cultural institutions; the programs align classroom curriculum to field experiences at partner destinations and serve students in grades K-12.
• Bridge the Gap Fund A dedicated fund that underwrites field-trip costs for Title I DC Public Schools that could not otherwise afford experiential learning experiences, enabling broader student participation in the organization's programs.
• Volunteer Program Volunteer engagement program enabling community members to assist with the delivery of experiential learning activities for students in Live It Learn It partner schools.

Quantifiable outcome

• 78% of students report increased knowledge of core content
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• EmpowerEDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with EmpowerED and Council of the District of Columbia to present the Bridge the Gap Fund, providing equitable access through financial assistance, logistical support, and programmatic support for experiential learning opportunities for PreK-12 educators across DC public and charter schools.
• Council of the District of ColumbiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partnership through Bridge the Gap Fund to bridge the Experience Gap by providing equitable access to experiential learning for DC students.
• Title I DC Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Title I DC public schools to deliver experiential learning programs to students in high-poverty areas. Live It Learn It offers programs at no cost to these schools.
• Ford's TheatrecoreOthersPartner destination for history programs where students learn about Abraham Lincoln, Civil War history, and Freedom Defenders including Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth.
• National Museum of African-American History and CulturecoreOthersPartner destination for Civil Rights history programs; students learn about activists and the multi-faceted legacy of African-American history.
• National Portrait GallerycoreOthersPartner destination for 4th grade art programs where students create self-portraits and learn how artists communicate identity through composition, symbolism, and expression.
• Phillips CollectioncoreOthersPartner destination for 5th grade art programs exploring Jacob Lawrence's Migration Series and creating activist art.
• National Zoo / SmithsoniancoreOthersPartner destination for 3rd grade zoology programs where students observe animal species and learn about adaptations in the Amazonia House.
• US Botanic GardencoreOthersPartner destination for 3rd grade science programs where students explore plant adaptations and ecosystems.
• International Spy MuseumcoreOthersPartner destination for culture programs where students learn about espionage history and adopt cover identities.
• Planet Word MuseumcoreOthersPartner destination for storytelling programs where students learn storytelling techniques and create their own narratives.
• Rock Creek ParkcoreOthersPartner destination for Rock Creek Revealed! program for 4th graders exploring natural ecosystems.
• Anacostia River / Kingman IslandcoreOthersEnvironmental learning site for watershed ecosystem programs; site of inaugural 2005 pontoon trip; students explore as stewards of the Anacostia River.
• National Mall MonumentscoreOthersPartner destination for Monument Makers (3rd grade) and Marching for Change (5th grade) programs exploring history and memorials.
• Lincoln MemorialcoreOthersPartner destination for 5th grade Civil Rights programs investigating the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
• National Air and Space MuseumcoreOthersPartner destination for 5th grade space exploration programs studying the solar system and flight evolution.
• President Lincoln's CottagecoreOthersPartner destination for 5th grade programs exploring Civil War perspectives and emancipation through diverse individual stories.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• NatureBridge: National nonprofit delivering residential and day environmental education programs for K-12 students at national parks. Directly comparable mission (place-based, equity-focused experiential learning), though geographically concentrated in national-park settings rather than urban cultural institutions.
• Generation Hope: DC-based education nonprofit supporting teen parents in completing higher education, with deep school and community partnerships across the District. Comparable as a DC-anchored education equity nonprofit with school-district relationships.
• Outward Bound USA: Experiential education nonprofit focused on outdoor, character-building programming for youth, including underserved populations. Comparable pedagogy and mission emphasis on experience-driven learning outcomes.
• City Year Washington DC: DC site of a national education nonprofit placing near-peer AmeriCorps mentors in Title I schools. Comparable as a DC-based, school-partnered, equity-focused education nonprofit serving the same Title I student population.
• Reading Partners: National literacy nonprofit placing vetted volunteers in Title I schools for tutoring — overlapping target population, volunteer-driven delivery model, and strong school-district partnership network across multiple metros including DC.
• Horizons Greater Washington: DC-area nonprofit providing summer and out-of-school enrichment programming for Title I students, with a similar target population and school-partnership distribution model. Directly comparable in mission, geography, and customer segment.
• 826 National: Network of writing and tutoring nonprofits serving underserved K-12 students through experiential, project-based programming at dedicated storefront locations. Comparable as a nonprofit serving Title I populations with experiential pedagogy.

Broad incumbents

• Discovery Education: Major K-12 digital curriculum and content provider aligned to standards; comparable in the curriculum-aligned content layer, though predominantly digital and school-district-facing rather than in-person experiential.
• National Geographic Education: Provides standards-aligned educational content and field-ready resources for K-12 classrooms. Overlaps with LILI on interdisciplinary, place-based curriculum themes, though distributed at national scale via digital channels.
• Smithsonian Center for Education and Outreach: Operates K-12 educational programming across DC Smithsonian museums — overlapping directly with LILI's destination set and curriculum topics, but as part of a much broader national institutional portfolio rather than a focused Title I service.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/liveitlearnitdc
• Xx.com/liveitlearnitdc
• Facebookfacebook.com/LiveItLearnItDC

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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