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Gilbert Education Foundation Inc
Gilbert, AZ · EIN 861023126 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE B82 · Education · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.gefaz.org
revenue
$302K
expenses
$272K
net assets
$260K
employees
1
program ratio
82%
mission · from form 990

The mission of the Gilbert Education Foundation is to enrich, support and promote innovation for the students and teachers of the Gilbert School District.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Gilbert Education Foundation Inc. enriches and supports the Gilbert Public School District by providing scholarships to graduating seniors, innovation grants to educators, and STEAM education initiatives. It also offers a volunteerism program for students and social services for district families and employees in need. The foundation operates independently with its own board and staff, aligning with district needs.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $52K
    Innovation grants: to help alleviate the district budget constraints, we fund educators grants up to $1,500 to fund innovative technology and equipment, specialized curriculums, programs, and enrichment that impact as many students as possible.
  2. #2 $37K
    Scholarship program: Each spring the foundation awards high school seniors college scholarships and educators funding for their professional development. GEF raises money to fund scholarships in addition to managing donor scholarships. One of the most long-lasting legacies an individual or organization can leave is the gift of education and opportunity. Through our scholarship program, we can set up a special scholarship bearing a corporate name or in honor/memory of a special person or specific organization and handle the processing of the scholarship depending on the donors wishes.
named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Campus Enrichment
Supports initiatives like Employee of the Year Awards, campus therapy dogs, special events, and innovative learning experiences to bridge budget gaps.
Innovation Grant Program
Awards grants up to $1,500 to Gilbert Public School employees for innovative projects and programs that enhance student education.
S.H.A.N.E. Program (Sharing, Helping, and Nurturing Everyone)
Provides social services support to Gilbert Public School district families and employees during emergencies, addressing needs such as housing, transportation, food, clothing, daycare, and utilities.
STEAM Education Initiatives
Partners with businesses to fund Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) curriculum, makerspaces, and specialized supplies, with a focus on increasing female participation.
Scholarship Program
Provides scholarships to graduating seniors of Gilbert Public Schools for higher education, with options for individuals/groups to establish named scholarships.
Varsity Letter in Volunteerism Program
Recognizes Gilbert Public School students (grades 9-12) who complete 200+ hours of verified volunteer service with a high school varsity letter.
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Teacher & Classroom Support Grants 4 activities
    • Awarding Innovation Grants
      Awards Innovation Grants of up to $1,500 to Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) employees for initiatives that enrich student education, funded through campaigns like the "Power of One Campaign."
    • Funding Innovation Grants for Educators
      Awards Innovation Grants of up to $1,500 to Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) employees for initiatives that enrich student education, supported by the "Power of One Campaign" email drive.
    • Funding Innovation Grants for School Employees
      Awards Innovation Grants of up to $1,500 to Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) employees for initiatives that enrich student education, supported by the "Power of One Campaign" email drive.
    • Innovation Grants program
      Awards Innovation Grants of up to $1,500 to Gilbert Public Schools employees for initiatives that enrich student learning, funded through campaigns like the Power of One.
  • Passive School Fundraising via Corporate Partnerships 4 activities
    • Facilitating Corporate Affiliate Fundraising
      Facilitates fundraising through corporate affiliate programs where consumer purchases generate donations to support educational opportunities.
    • Facilitating Corporate Affiliate Fundraising
      Facilitates fundraising through corporate affiliate programs where consumer purchases generate donations, partnering with businesses to support education.
    • Facilitating Corporate Fundraising
      Facilitates fundraising through corporate affiliate programs where consumer purchases generate donations to support educational initiatives.
    • Fundraising through corporate affiliate programs
      Facilitates fundraising by partnering with businesses through affiliate programs in which consumer purchases generate donations to support education initiatives.
  • Basic Needs Provision for Youth and Families 4 activities
    • Providing Emergency Social Services
      Provides social services through the S.H.A.N.E. Program to district families and Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) employees during emergencies, covering needs such as housing, transportation, food, clothing, daycare, and utilities.
    • Providing Emergency Social Services (S.H.A.N.E. Program)
      Provides social services through the S.H.A.N.E. Program to district families and Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) employees during emergencies, covering needs such as housing, transportation, food, clothing, daycare, and utilities.
    • Providing Emergency Social Services through S.H.A.N.E. Program
      Provides social services through the S.H.A.N.E. Program to district families and Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) employees during emergencies, covering needs such as housing, transportation, food, clothing, daycare, and utilities.
    • S.H.A.N.E. Program
      Provides emergency social services to Gilbert Public Schools families and employees, covering essential needs such as housing, transportation, food, clothing, daycare, and utilities.
  • Youth Service Leadership Clubs 3 activities
    • Fundraising for Partner Organizations
      Organizes the "Gilbert Unites Campaign" in August, which encourages campus staff to donate to Valley of the Sun United Way, Reaching Hands, and the S.H.A.N.E Program.
    • Gilbert Unites Campaign
      Organizes the annual "Gilbert Unites Campaign" in August to encourage school staff to donate to community support programs including Valley of the Sun United Way, Reaching Hands, and the S.H.A.N.E Program.
    • Organizing Staff Donation Campaigns
      Organizes the "Gilbert Unites Campaign" in August, which encourages campus staff to donate to Valley of the Sun United Way, Reaching Hands, and the S.H.A.N.E Program.
  • Youth Volunteer Recognition Programs 3 activities
    • Recognizing Student Volunteerism
      Recognizes high school students who volunteer 200 or more hours with a varsity letter in volunteerism to encourage community engagement.
    • Recognizing Student Volunteerism
      Recognizes high school students who volunteer 200 or more hours with a varsity letter in volunteerism.
    • Student volunteer recognition program
      Recognizes high school students who complete 200 or more volunteer hours with a varsity letter in volunteerism.
  • Merit-Based Educational Scholarships 2 activities
    • Awarding Scholarships to Graduating Seniors
      Awards over $25,000 annually in scholarships to graduating high school seniors to support their continued education.
    • Student scholarship program
      Awards over $25,000 annually in scholarships to graduating high school seniors in the Gilbert Public School District.
  • Mobile STEM Education Labs 2 activities
    • Funding STEAM and Educational Programs
      Funds makerspaces, specialized STEAM curriculum and supplies (e.g., coding bots, drones, robotics), science fairs, and the annual GPS Girls STEMPowered Day to support educational opportunities for students.
    • Support for STEAM education initiatives
      Funds makerspaces, specialized STEAM curriculum and supplies—including coding bots, drones, and robotics—along with science fairs and the annual GPS Girls STEMPowered Day to support student engagement in science and technology.
  • Uncategorized 6 activities
    • Awarding Scholarships to Graduating Seniors
      Awards over $25,000 annually in scholarships to graduating high school seniors to support their continuing education.
    • Financial contributions to Gilbert Public School District
      Has raised and contributed over $3.0 million to support students, staff, and educational programs within the Gilbert Public School District.
    • Fundraising for School Programs
      Collects funds each fall to support creativity and progress in schools, having raised and contributed over $3.0 million to support students, staff, and programs in the Gilbert Public School District since 2001.
    • Power of One Campaign
      Runs the annual fall "Power of One Campaign," an email-based fundraising drive that encourages families and employees in the school district to contribute to the Innovation Grants program.
    • Providing Scholarships to Graduating Seniors
      Awards over $25,000 annually in scholarships to graduating high school seniors.
    • Supporting STEAM Education Initiatives
      Funds makerspaces, specialized STEAM curriculum and supplies (e.g., coding bots, drones, robotics), science fairs, and the annual GPS Girls STEMPowered Day to enhance student learning in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$302K
Contributions & grants$299K99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$3K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$272K
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$74K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$260K
Cash$206K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$260K
Liquid reserves9.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +40.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 7
  • Aaron Salvo — Director
  • Jill Humphreys — Ex Officio Director
  • Kim McAlevy — Treasurer
  • Lori Gauna — President
  • Robert Ramos — Director
  • Serena M English — Secretary
  • Shane McCord — Ex Officio Director
relationships · 12

who they work with

  • Dignity Health Partner — Corporate partner represented on the GEF board of directors.
  • Fry’s Community Rewards Partner — Generates donations to Gilbert Education Foundation based on purchases made by enrolled shoppers using their V.I.P Card at Fry’s or other Kroger stores.
  • Get Away Today Partner — Donates a portion of vacation package bookings made through its website when Gilbert Education Foundation is selected as the charity of choice.
  • Gilbert Public School Partner — Collaborates to support educational opportunities for students.
  • Gilbert Public School District Partner — Committed to enriching the district through fundraising campaigns.
  • Gilbert Public Schools Partner — Awards Innovation Grants to employees of the Gilbert Public Schools district.
  • Gilbert Public Schools Partner — Offers scholarships to graduating seniors from Gilbert Public Schools.
  • Gilbert Public Schools Partner — Provides programs and enrichment to Gilbert Public Schools through sponsored initiatives.
  • Gilbert Public Schools Partner — Recognizes students from Gilbert Public Schools with a varsity letter in volunteerism.
  • Gilbert Public Schools Partner — Supports district families and employees through the S.H.A.N.E. Program, often working with district social workers.
  • Reaching Hands Partner — Campus staff are asked to donate to this organization through the Gilbert Unites Campaign.
  • Valley of the Sun United Way Partner — Campus staff are asked to donate to this organization through the Gilbert Unites Campaign.