
Our Purpose, With You in Mind
Non-Profit Professionals




Public leaders work to strengthen and sustain communities while shaping a brighter future.
Educational Professionals




Educators help build strong foundations by teaching, guiding, and developing future generations.

No Support? You’re Not Alone.
Imagine living free from financial stressfeeling proud of your education and confident about what’s ahead. With Elbow Room, you’re supported every step of the way. Whether you need help with your Public Service Loan Forgiveness application or understanding your repayment options, we’re here for you.




Holly Johnson Friar
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Holly Johnson Friar founded Elbow Room with you in mind after recognizing how public service professionals are squeezed on all sides without clear direction. She made it her mission to build a team to support, strategize, and provide direction.


Foundation Details
Elbow Room: The Movement to End Student Loan Debt, Inc. is operating as a CA non-profit public benefit corporation using federal tax-exempt status as a public charity under Sections 501(c)(3), 170, 2055, 2106 or 2522 of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to Elbow Room: The Movement to End Student Loan Debt are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. (EIN: 86-1986002)




