The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Held Classroom, School, & District Grants Awards Ceremony

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The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Held Classroom, School, & District Grants Awards Ceremony

Awarding over $100,000 in Classroom, School & District Grants

Fort Myers, FL (December 6, 2024) – The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools proudly hosted its annual Classroom, School, & District Grants Ceremony on Monday, December 2, 2024, at the Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. The event brought together educators, administrators, board members, committee members, and sponsors to celebrate the outstanding educators who were awarded grants for their innovative projects aimed at enhancing student learning. This year, the Foundation awarded over $100,000 in funding for 39 grant projects that will benefit schools and educators across the School District of Lee County.

The Classroom, School, & District Grants program is designed to support teachers by providing funding for resources and tools that fall outside of the typical school budget. These grants enable teachers to create engaging, hands-on learning experiences for students and introduce fresh perspectives on core subjects. This year’s funded projects span several categories, including Arts, Health, Fitness & Nutrition, Literacy, and Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM).

“This program is an essential way we can support our teachers in creating dynamic learning opportunities that help students reach their full potential,” says Marshall T. Bower, President & CEO of The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. “When we invest in these programs, we’re not only enhancing education but also ensuring the success of our children, who are the foundation of our future. By empowering both educators and students, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant community for everyone.”

The success of this program would not be possible without the continued support of its sponsors, including the Major Sponsor, Suncoast Credit Union, and several other generous financial contributors. Additionally, the program received crucial backing through a major grant from the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations, supported by the School District Education Foundation Matching Grant Program.

About The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools: The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc. is a private, 501(c)3 organization established in 1986. Its mission is to enhance and enrich the quality of public education in Lee County for students and educators through programs, resources, and experiences made possible through corporate, individual, and educational partnerships. The Foundation is rated a Platinum organization by GuideStar. Find us online at www.leeschoolfoundation.org, on X @FoundationLCPS, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About The Consortium: The Consortium is the membership organization for Florida’s school district-wide local education foundations. Established in 1987, the Consortium connects individuals, organizations, and financial resources to build the capacity and effectiveness of local education foundations throughout the state in achieving student success. The Consortium now has 62 member foundations with 1,200 business and community leaders serving as volunteer board members. Collectively, the local education foundations raise $100 million annually to support students, teachers, and schools through a variety of programs. The Consortium has facilitated more than $88 million to local education foundations since 2002 through various private- and public-sector partnerships, including the State of Florida School District Education Foundation Matching Grant Program.