Our Mission: Empowering Adults, Changing Lives
At Light & Salt Learning, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Our mission is to provide free and low-cost resources for adults pursuing their High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma (GED & HiSET). An HSE diploma doesn't just open doors for individuals—it creates pathways to financial independence for entire families, breaking cycles of poverty.
Why Our Work Matters
While many adult education programs exist, they often fail to meet the diverse needs of learners. Traditional resources are often recycled K-12 materials, which can be ineffective for adults with different learning styles, learning disabilities, or past academic trauma. This can lead to frustration and high dropout rates.
We exist to fill this gap. Our curriculum is designed specifically for adult learners, using a flexible, cyclical approach that builds confidence and provides layers of support. We also work with adult education programs, providing affordable training and resources so they can better serve their students.
Our Impact So Far
What started as a simple YouTube channel in 2014 has grown into a thriving community. We are proud to have:
- Helped thousands of students pass their exams and go on to achieve career advancements and college degrees.
- Built a community of over 21,000 members on Facebook, and tens of thousands more across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
- Provided free and low-cost resources used by hundreds of students every day and dozens of adult education programs.
Until now, our work has been powered by our founder, Kate Redmon, and the generous support of our online community. Now, as a non-profit, we're ready to expand our reach and help even more people.
Our Future as a Non-Profit
With your support, we plan to:
- Expand our free and low-cost resources to include more HSE subjects.
- Hire our volunteer subject matter experts to allow them to dedicate their full attention to developing curricula.
- Launch fundraising and grant-writing efforts to ensure our resources remain accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation.
Join us in our mission to light the way for learners everywhere.
Unique GED® Test Prep
Every learner is different, so why are so many test prep systems the same? Personalized Path Learning Adventures are designed to meet each student where they're at.
You Control Your Path
"It has different learning levels! You can choose what path you want to take! If you want to start at the beginning and work your way up you can! It you're stuck with something and need extra help, it's there. Has so much practice. I wouldn't be where I am without these books." ~Sarah J.
Find Joy in the Journey
"I felt dumb before coming across Kate...I thought I hated math yet [it] became my fav subject and I scored the highest in math on my practice tests...I'm solving equations for fun because I'm bored and I find it fun like a puzzle." ~Emma L.
Math Can and Should Make Sense
"You are the first person who has ever helped me understand algebra! You're the best teacher I've ever had and I had a lot of them growing up moving to sometimes 3 schools in one year so thank you for finally helping me understand it!" ~Jade W.
Much More than Teaching to the Test
"My son is in 8th grade and taking algebra. He's been having a hard time... I was actually able to help him the way your videos have shown me and he told me that the way I showed him helped him understand it so much better" ~Laura M.