Nonprofit

The Foundation For Lee County Public Schools, Inc.


  • Mission

    We are a non-profit charitable education foundation which enhances and enriches 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.

    About Us

    Since 1986 the mission of the Foundation has been to enhance the quality of public education in Lee County by increasing community involvement in, and support for, Lee County public schools.

    The Foundation For Lee County Public Schools, Inc. sponsors programs such as:

    Take Stock in Children: a mentoring program for at-risk children

    The Academy of Teachers: a group of former Golden Apple recipients who meet regularly to share practices for excellence in teaching and to develop tools to support their peers

    Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Program: honoring excellence in teaching through votes from students, parents, teachers, administrators and the general public

    Classroom Grants: a grant program that offers an opportunity for educators to purchase the tools necessary to create a unique learning experience for their classrooms

    The Teacher Resource Center: a center that collects and stores new and reusable items donated by businesses and individuals to benefit our teachers, students and schools at no cost to them

    And more!

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Education
    • Volunteering

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