activities · 24
what they do
direct service · 19
- College Immersion Programs (Destination College) STEM & Robotics Education ProgramsOffers a three-week summer immersion program in a college environment for incoming 6th graders, covering subjects like coding, robotics, and science, and a similar three-week "college" program at Chandler Gilbert Community College for fifth-grade students from six Title I schools in CUSD.
- Crisis Financial AssistanceProvides immediate financial assistance to students and staff in the Chandler Unified School District during times of crisis.
- Destination College Immersion Programs STEM & Robotics Education ProgramsOffers a three-week summer immersion program in a college environment for incoming 6th graders, covering subjects like coding, robotics, and science, and a similar three-week "college" program at Chandler Gilbert Community College for fifth-grade students from six Title I schools in CUSD.
- Destination College Program STEM & Robotics Education ProgramsProvides a three-week summer immersion program in a college environment for incoming 6th graders, covering subjects like coding, robotics, and science, and offers a three-week "college" program at Chandler Gilbert Community College for fifth-grade students from six Title I schools in CUSD.
- Destination Diploma ProgramOffers essential resources including food, clothing, personal hygiene products, tutoring, and a monthly stipend to unhoused students in the Chandler Unified School District, in partnership with Child Crisis Arizona, to help vulnerable and at-risk youth achieve academic success and graduate.
- Destination Diploma Program for Unhoused StudentsOffers essential resources including food, clothing, personal hygiene products, tutoring, and a monthly stipend to unhoused students in the Chandler Unified School District, in partnership with Child Crisis Arizona, to support academic success and graduation.
- Destination Diploma Program for Unhoused StudentsOffers essential resources including food, clothing, personal hygiene products, tutoring, and a monthly stipend to unhoused students in the Chandler Unified School District through the Destination Diploma program, in partnership with Child Crisis Arizona, to support academic success and graduation.
- Driving Possibilities Grant Program Early Childhood STEM EnrichmentDelivers a five-year grant program in partnership with Toyota, which includes innovative, hands-on STEM programs, professional development for educators, and after-school and on-campus programs to promote STEM awareness and address student and family needs.
- Early Childhood Literacy PartnershipPartners with Read On Chandler to ensure children in vulnerable neighborhoods enter Kindergarten with essential foundational skills, addressing the needs of nearly 10,000 children lacking these skills in specific Chandler zip codes.
- Extracurricular Activity Financial Support Athletic Participation Financial AidProvides financial support of up to $100 per request for students to participate in sports or extracurricular activities, covering costs such as equipment, fees, and clothing, with priority given to students in extenuating circumstances. Funding requests are reviewed by a committee and allowed once per quarter per student.
- STEM Education Programs (Driving Possibilities Grant) Early Childhood STEM EnrichmentDelivers the five-year Driving Possibilities grant in partnership with Toyota, which includes innovative, hands-on STEM programs, professional development for educators, and after-school and on-campus programs to promote STEM awareness and address student and family needs.
- STEM Education and Awareness Programs Early Childhood STEM EnrichmentDelivers the five-year Driving Possibilities grant in partnership with Toyota, which includes innovative, hands-on STEM programs, professional development for educators, and after-school and on-campus programs to promote STEM awareness.
- STEM Education and Professional Development Early Childhood STEM EnrichmentDelivers the five-year Driving Possibilities grant in partnership with Toyota, which includes innovative, hands-on STEM programs, professional development for educators, and after-school and on-campus programs to promote STEM awareness.
- Student Scholarship ProgramsAwards over $300,000 annually in scholarships, ranging from $500 to $5,000, to graduating students from Chandler Unified high schools, and offers nearly 100 donor-funded scholarships with financial awards from $500 to $3,000. This includes a competitive $1,000 IMPACT scholarship for students meeting specific service, GPA, and attendance criteria.
- Student Scholarship ProgramsAwards over $300,000 annually in scholarships, ranging from $500 to $5,000, to graduating students from Chandler Unified high schools, and offers nearly 100 donor-funded scholarships with financial awards from $500 to $3,000. This includes a competitive $1,000 IMPACT scholarship for students meeting specific academic and service criteria.
- Student Scholarship Programs Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAwards over $300,000 annually in scholarships, ranging from $500 to $5,000, to graduating students from Chandler Unified high schools, including competitive IMPACT scholarships for students with community service and academic achievements, and other donor-funded scholarships from $500 to $3,000.
- Support for Unhoused Students (Destination Diploma)Offers unhoused students in the Chandler Unified School District essential resources including food, clothing, personal hygiene products, tutoring, and a monthly stipend through the Destination Diploma program, in partnership with Child Crisis Arizona.
- Teacher and School Grants Teacher Mini-Grants for Classroom ProjectsDistributes over 100 grants annually to teachers and administrators across the Chandler Unified School District for supplemental resources, innovative technologies, and classroom enrichment. Also provides scholarships for teachers to pursue advanced certifications or degrees.
- Teacher and School Grants Teacher Mini-Grants for Classroom ProjectsDistributes over 100 grants annually to teachers and administrators across the Chandler Unified School District for supplemental resources, innovative technologies, and classroom enrichment, and provides scholarships for teachers to pursue advanced certifications or degrees.
capacity building · 5
- Community Engagement and Support Building School Fundraising Campaigns & EventsEngages staff, board members, sponsors, and volunteers in year-round efforts to build community support for Chandler Unified School District schools and supports the district's strategic plan and academic priorities.
- Community Engagement and Support for CUSD School Fundraising Campaigns & EventsEngages staff, board members, sponsors, and volunteers in year-round efforts to build community support for Chandler Unified School District schools and supports the district's strategic plan and academic priorities to prepare students for post-graduation success.
- Community Support and Fundraising School Fundraising Campaigns & EventsEngages staff, board members, sponsors, and volunteers in year-round efforts to build community support for Chandler Unified School District schools and coordinates events and activities to generate funds for various programs including grants, crisis support, and scholarships.
- Community Support and Fundraising School Fundraising Campaigns & EventsEngages staff, board members, sponsors, and volunteers in year-round efforts to build community support for Chandler Unified School District schools and coordinates events and activities to generate funds for various programs.
- Strategic Support for Chandler Unified School District School Fundraising Campaigns & EventsSupports the Chandler Unified School District's strategic plan and academic priorities to prepare students for post-graduation success.
strategies · 22
how they think
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- Community and Cross-Sector Partnership for Educational Enhancement community-partnershipThe organization leverages strong partnerships with the school district, families, local businesses, community organizations, and individuals, and draws on diverse professional expertise from its volunteer board, to foster student curiosity, innovation, and overall educational quality.
- Community and Volunteer-Led Governance volunteer_governanceThe organization leverages volunteer board members with diverse professional backgrounds and strong community partnerships to provide leadership, expertise, and a network of support that strengthens the school community and enhances educational opportunities.
- Community and Volunteer-Led Governance volunteer_governanceThe organization leverages volunteer board members with diverse professional backgrounds and strong community partnerships to provide leadership, expertise, and resources, thereby strengthening the school community and enhancing educational opportunities.
- Community and partnership-driven support network community-partnershipBuilds and sustains partnerships with the school district, families, local businesses, and community organizations to expand access to programs, funding, and real-world learning opportunities.
- Dedicated Fundraising Arm for Educational Support fundraising_arm_modelThe organization functions as the primary fundraising entity for the Chandler Unified School District, channeling financial support to enhance educational opportunities and resources for students and staff.
- Dedicated Fundraising Arm for School District Support fundraising_arm_modelThe organization functions as the primary fundraising entity for the Chandler Unified School District, channeling financial resources to support students, staff, and educational initiatives.
- Fostering Student Potential and College Access fostering student potentialThe organization aims to enrich the learning environment and ensure every student can achieve their fullest potential by providing opportunities for higher education exposure and participation in service leadership initiatives.
- Fundraising arm model for public education fundraising_arm_modelOperates as the dedicated fundraising arm of the Chandler Unified School District, leveraging community and donor support to fund resources, innovation, and scholarships that public funding does not fully cover.
- Long-Term Community Investment for Sustained Educational Impact long-term_community_investmentThe organization commits to sustained, long-term investment in the school district to elevate students, empower educators, and strengthen the local community, thereby fueling access, innovation, and excellence.
- Long-Term Community Investment in Education long-term_community_investmentThe organization commits to sustained, long-term investment in the educational system to elevate students, empower educators, and strengthen the local community, believing that consistent support yields lasting positive impact.
- Long-term investment in educational equity long-term_community_investmentApplies sustained financial and programmatic investment to reduce barriers to participation and achievement, with targeted initiatives for homeless students, extracurricular access, and college exposure.
- Philanthropy-Funded Access and Innovation philanthropy-funded education supportThe organization relies on donor and sponsor support to provide critical funding for classroom resources, foster teaching innovation, and offer scholarships, thereby ensuring access to educational opportunities and promoting excellence within the school district.
- Philanthropy-Funded Access, Innovation, and Excellence philanthropy-funded education supportThe organization relies on donor and sponsor support to provide critical funding for classroom resources, foster teaching innovation, offer scholarships, and ensure equitable access to educational and extracurricular opportunities for all students, including those experiencing homelessness.
- Service Learning for Community Engagement service learningThe organization facilitates student involvement in the local community through service leadership initiatives, fostering civic responsibility and practical engagement.
- Service Learning for Student Leadership and Community Engagement service learningThe organization facilitates student involvement in the local community through service leadership initiatives, fostering civic responsibility and practical engagement.
- Student leadership and service learning service learningEngages students in community development through service leadership programs that build civic responsibility and real-world skills.
- Targeted Financial and Programmatic Support to Overcome Barriers and Foster Potential equitable accessThe organization provides financial assistance, scholarships, and specific programs to address barriers such as homelessness, financial need for extracurriculars, and access to higher education, aiming to ensure all students can achieve their full potential and to empower educators through professional development.
- Teacher-Driven Innovation Support teacher-driven innovationThe organization believes that the most effective and innovative ideas for classroom experiences originate from teachers and staff who are directly engaged with students, and therefore supports their initiatives.
- Teacher-Driven Innovation and Professional Development teacher-driven innovationThe organization supports innovation in the classroom by funding ideas directly from teachers and staff, and by providing scholarships for staff to pursue additional certification and professional development, recognizing their direct impact on student learning.
- Teacher-Driven Innovation and Resource Provision teacher-driven_innovationThe organization believes that innovative classroom experiences originate from teachers and staff, and therefore provides supplemental funding and resources to support their ideas and professional development.
- Teacher-driven innovation and professional development teacher-driven innovationSupports classroom innovation by funding teacher-generated ideas and provides professional development opportunities for educators through scholarships and grants.
- Volunteer and cross-sector governance volunteer_governanceRelies on a volunteer board composed of leaders from diverse professional backgrounds to provide strategic guidance, leveraging external expertise to strengthen educational outcomes and community engagement.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Destination Diploma
A partnership with Child Crisis Arizona to support at-risk students in achieving academic success and graduation.
Donor-funded Scholarships
Offers nearly 100 scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,000 to support high school graduates and teachers in their educational pursuits.
IMPACT Scholarships
A service leadership initiative providing $1,000 scholarships to students who complete 100+ service hours and maintain a 3.4 GPA.
Read On Chandler
A collaboration aimed at ensuring children in vulnerable neighborhoods enter Kindergarten with essential foundational skills.
relationships · 49
who they work with
- Andersen Elementary School Alumni Funder — Scholarship donor
- Arconic Foundation Partner — Supports the Chandler Education Foundation as an Innovation Sponsor at the $25,000+ level.
- Arizona College Prep Booster Club Funder — Scholarship donor
- Basha High School Alumni Funder — Scholarship donor
- Bison Scholarships Partner — Supports the Chandler Education Foundation as an Innovation Sponsor at the $25,000+ level.
- Chandler Gilbert Community College Partner — Hosts a three-week "college" program for fifth-grade students from Title I schools in CUSD.
- Chandler Gilbert Community College Partner — Joint initiative partner for the Destination College program
- Chandler Historical Society Funder — Scholarship donor
- Chandler Rotary Club Funder — Scholarship donor
- Chandler Traditional Academy Liberty PTO Funder — Scholarship donor
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — CUSD employees submit funding requests on behalf of students and are directly involved in the activities supported by the fund.
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Collaborates on both the Destination Diploma and Destination College programs
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Collaborates with CUSD, including having a district liaison on the board.
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Fundraising arm serving the district.
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Primary partner district; CEF serves as its fundraising arm and supports district-wide academic priorities and programs.
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Primary partner organization receiving financial support and programming from the foundation.
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Provides financial assistance to students and staff within the district.
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Provides funding and support for various educational programs and initiatives.
- Chandler Unified School District Partner — Provides supplemental funding for classroom resources, teacher training, and scholarships within the district.
- Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) Partner — Champions excellence in public education for the district and provides support within it.
- Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) Partner — Collaborates with CUSD to provide grants for classroom resources and experiences.
- Chandler Unified School District Governing Board Partner — Includes a governing board liaison to maintain alignment with district leadership.
- Chasse Building Team Partner — Supports the Chandler Education Foundation as an Empowerment Sponsor at the $7,500+ level.
- Child Crisis Arizona Partner — Collaborates on the Destination Diploma program
- Child Crisis Arizona Partner — Joined forces to empower youth through the Destination Diploma program.
- Compadres Partner — Supports the Chandler Education Foundation as an Excellence Sponsor at the $35,000+ level.
- Conley Elementary School PTO Funder — Scholarship donor in Honor of Howard K Conley
- Dignity Health Funder — Generously funds the Destination Diploma program
- Frye Elementary School Funder — Scholarship donor
- Fulton Elementary School PTO Funder — Scholarship donor
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