PENCIL Foundation, a nonprofit organization, creates a vital link between the private sector and Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, increases understanding of and appreciation for public education, promotes community involvement in student learning, and secures a strong commitment from business leaders to help provide materials and resources essential to quality education. PENCIL Foundation, a nonprofit organization, creates a vital link between the private sector and Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, increases understanding of and appreciation for public education, promotes community involvement in student learning, and secures a strong commitment from business leaders to help provide materials and resources essential to quality education. PENCIL Foundation, a nonprofit organization, creates a vital link between the private sector and Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, increases understanding of and appreciation for public education, promotes community involvement in student learning, and secures a strong commitment from business leaders to help provide materials and resources essential to quality education.