Granted to Lincoln Public Schools for programs, awards and scholarships.  This is possible because 4,190 gifts were made to the Foundation in support of students and staff in our schools.

140

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

140

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

76

Fund-A-Need grants awarded to 105 teachers in 35 schools totaling $41,000 to enhance classroom education.  Fund-A-Need is an innovative Web-based program at www.foundationforlps.org, developed to help students and staff in the Lincoln Public Schools.

148

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.

20

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

61

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.

4,190

Gifts received from 2,269 donors throughout the year.

165

Volunteers providing leadership and invaluable assistance to the Foundation.

$19.2 million

Grand total of all gifts received since inception of the Foundation in 1989.  During that period, $13.2 million was granted to Lincoln Public Schools for programs, awards and scholarships.

70,551

Lincoln Public School students who have been the beneficiaries of donations and grants received by the Foundation over the past 19 years.