School District Education Foundation Matching Grant Program

School District Education Foundation Matching Grant Program is sponsored by State of Florida / Consortium of Florida Education Foundations. This program doubles contributions to local education foundations through a state matching grant, aiming to increase private-sector investment and innovation in Florida's classrooms.

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… Florida’s robust network of local education foundations aligned with nearly every county-wide school district. Collectively, these nonprofits represent 99% of Florida’s 3 million K-12 students, raising more than $100 million annually for locally driven initiatives.

Learn more about the work we do We facilitate investments in classroom innovation, student, and teacher support on a regional, statewide, or programmatic basis, ensuring meaningful impact for every dollar.

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Through the School District Education Foundation Matching Grant Program, your contribution can be doubled through the State of Florida — the nation’s only program of its kind. Our $1 for $1 Match is a proven strategy for increasing private-sector investment and driving innovation in Florida’s classrooms.

Local education foundations work year-round to raise their cash match through corporate and foundation grants, fundraising events and individual contributions. These locally developed projects focus on one or more of seven priority areas: Literacy, Low Performing Students, Increasing Graduation Rates, Teaching Quality, Career and Technical Education, Student Resiliency, and STEM Education.

Matching Grant Program Information Participating education foundations represent 99% of Florida’s K-12 public school students Since 2001, Florida has allocated more than $81. 8 million to the School District Education Foundation Matching Grant Program, through the Consortium.