Support the Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools - Help Students Get 'Future Ready'

2009-2010 Quick Facts

Public education is one of the success stories of our democracy, and Lincoln's public school district is one of the best in the nation.  The Foundation for Lincoln Public Schools is helping
to maintain that margin of excellence.

$1.5 million

Granted to Lincoln Public Schools for programs, awards and scholarships.  Grants and donations received benefit the students of Lincoln Public Schools in areas ranging from basic emergency needs to college scholarships.


167

Scholarships awarded to Lincoln Public Schools graduating seniors for their continuing education.


119

Student Emergency Fund requests received to help students with basic needs during the school year.


$270,200

Total given to Fund-a-Need since the fall of 2003 from 371 donors. This past year, 95 grants were awarded to 69 teachers in 40 schools and totaled more than $38,000 to enhance classroom education.


134

Students, staff and community members recognized as Gold Stars at the annual Gold Star Salute for their outstanding leadership and contribution to the Lincoln Public Schools.


25

Lincoln Public Schools teachers recognized with outstanding educator awards for motivating students to reach their full potential.


60

Individuals and families making a bequest to the Foundation in their wills/estate plans or named the Foundation as a designated beneficiary in various financial contracts such as life insurance, annuities, or retirement plans.


4,337

Gifts received from 2,138 donors throughout the year.


123

Volunteers providing leadership and invaluable assistance to the Foundation.


$31.1 million

Grand total of all gifts received since inception of the Foundation in 1989.  During that period, $22.7 million was granted to Lincoln Public Schools for programs, awards and scholarships.


76,615

Lincoln Public School students who have been the beneficiaries of donations and grants received by the Foundation over the past 20 years.

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“The Foundation for every state is the education of its youth.”
            Diogenes 412-323 BC