Give the gift of
independence

Thousands of students stand on the doorstep of success, needing only support services or career skills to realize successful and productive lives. Our purpose is to help them take that big step forward.

916 students in scrubs fundraising

Making a Lifelong Difference

The 916 Education Foundation supports special programs that build on the confidence, talent and drive of young people who often are underserved by traditional education.

916 Students working on construction project

Kindness Means So Much

Many students feel forgotten or passed by. Their talents need to be nurtured. You can make a difference, just by caring.

Two students talking, one in wheelchair

Join the Dream in a Special Way

See how easy it is to make a difference. Help with our two major special fundraising events. Make students’ dreams come true.

A few success stories

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Life Skills Learned Building One Boat At A Time
Life Skills Learned Building One Boat At A Time

A unique program based on boat building is teaching students in the Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District life and workplace lessons, while earning the school or related organizations extra money when the boats sell.

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“I Always Knew I Wanted to Be a Police Officer”
“I Always Knew I Wanted to Be a Police Officer”

916 Education Foundation Helped Him Realize His Dream

In 9th Grade, Jake Uhl knew he wanted a career in law enforcement.

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Quora Music Room: ‘Students Are Discovering New Passions’
Quora Music Room: ‘Students Are Discovering New Passions’

Each year, the 916 Education Foundation holds a fundraising Gala. Back in 2017, the focus was to raise resources to elevate the Quora Secondary School music program.

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