Ann Arbor Public Schools Educational Foundation

FUNDING INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE
The Ann Arbor Public Schools Educational Foundation is a non-profit organization, separate from the Ann Arbor Public Schools, that serves as the one true vehicle for private giving to public schools in Ann Arbor. We support excellence and innovation in our public schools by raising private funds to support programs not covered in the core budget.

"...we at IMRA America also understand how critically important a great school system is to our ability to recruit talent from around the world to relocate to Ann Arbor...Our employees want the best for their children and that starts with the K-12 education. It just makes good business sense to help support this very basic foundation of our community."- Ken Castel, Human Resources Manager,

IMRA America

ALL STUDENTS, ALL SCHOOLS
Our initiatives aid in the education of all students from all backgrounds, in all of the Ann Arbor Public Schools. They help to ensure the best possible experience for our children throughout their entire public school experience. more info

"The Ann Arbor Languages Partnership is a great example of what can happen when the Ann Arbor schools and the University of Michigan work together to create innovative programs. Especially in an era of scarce resources, we need even more of this kind of creative leadership when thinking about how we can offer deep and meaningful learning opportunities for our students."

Maria Coolican, PhD

Project Director, Ann Arbor Languages Partnership, UM

INITIATIVES FOR EXCELLENCE GRANT PROGRAM
Initiatives for Excellence is the major grant program of the Ann Arbor Public Schools Educational Foundation. Annually, the Educational Foundation reviews and researches proposals from the District Superintendent. Major grants are awarded to those that are in alignment with our guiding principle of “All Students, All Schools” and the district strategic plan. The Foundation provides ongoing oversight of funded programs to assure their success and responsible stewardship of the awarded funds. more info

GREAT IDEA TEACHER GRANT PROGRAM
The Educational Foundation awards smaller grants to help motivated teachers fulfill their goals. Grants to staff are awarded on an annual basis after careful review by a committee composed of board members and qualified community members. more info

THE NEED IS GREATER THAN EVER
As our state's economy is stressed, pressure on The Ann Arbor Public School's budget is critically high (view AAPS $15 Million budget reduction proposal [PDF]). An investment in the Ann Arbor Public Schools Educational Foundation will yeild a lifetime of dividends. It is an investment in the next generation, an investment in your community, an investment in the future and an investment in you.

A VARIETY OF WAYS TO GIVE
We are asking for your help in any way, in any form, and in any size. We are dedicated to making certain your donation makes a positive and immediate impact.

> Donate to specific funds, learn more and donate
> Establish or donate to a tribute fund, learn more and donate
> Thank a Staff Member Today appreciation certificates, learn more and donate
> Other ways to contribute: Community Programs, learn more
> Volunteer, learn more and sign up

For information regarding The Ann Arbor Public Schools Educational Foundation finances, please explore our Financial Review.

SPONSORS:
			IMRA America, Inc.



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100% of every gift stays in Ann Arbor. Every gift makes a difference.

AAPSEF is an independent 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
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