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It Takes a GNVillage<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Our mission at The Education Foundation is to invest in the future of Alachua County Public School students. By donating to The Education Foundation, you can help create an environment that recognizes Alachua County for its excellent public school programs that provide every student with an opportunity to succeed in tomorrow\u2019s world. Whether it be through classroom projects, teacher investments, or scholarships, The Education Foundation of Alachua County will continue to provide new opportunities for students, teachers, and schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Investing in the Future of Our Students, Today
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Thanks to the support of local individuals and businesses, The Education Foundation of Alachua County has been able to provide 2-year scholarships to over 465 students since it became a Take Stock in Children affiliate in 1996. In 2020, the Foundation awarded $209,500 in scholarships to Alachua County high school seniors through its Senior Scholarship program, all funded by local community members. Additionally, local businesses and individuals helped The Foundation be able to recognize all 1,700 public school teachers in Alachua County for their endless hard work during COVID-related school closures with a gift of appreciation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With your support, more teachers will be able to actively engage their students; more students will have the opportunity to attend college tours, engage in career exploration, and learn about financial literacy; and more students will have the opportunity to go to college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Become a force for change by contributing to The Education Foundation of Alachua County today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Think Global, Act Local<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

With your support, more teachers will be able to actively engage their students; more students will have the opportunity to attend college tours, engage in career exploration, and learn about financial literacy; and more students will have the opportunity to go to college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Become a force for change by contributing to The Education Foundation of Alachua County today!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Ways to Donate<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Become a Core of Education Partner<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

By becoming a Core of Education Partner and setting up a monthly gift, you will empower and support the students and schools in our community by providing opportunities to learn, grow and achieve life goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Donate Directly to The Education Foundation of Alachua County<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

You can invest in the future of Alachua County Public School students by donating directly to a program of The Education Foundation or by donating to a general fund. Your support will help The Education Foundation create an environment in which Alachua County is recognized for its excellent public school programs that provide every student with an equal opportunity to succeed in tomorrow\u2019s world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Or send a check to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Education Foundation of Alachua County
2802 NE 8th Avenue
Gainesville, FL, 32641<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sponsor a Scholarship<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Sponsoring a Take Stock in Children scholar from induction to graduation costs $5,000. This $5,000 covers the cost of the student\u2019s 2-year Florida Prepaid scholarship as well as the services they receive while enrolled in Take Stock in Children. With your support scholars will have the opportunity to attend college tours, engage in career exploration and learn about financial literacy, all while receiving personalized assistance with college applications and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sponsoring a Senior Scholarship requires a minimum donation of at least $1,150, or donors can establish a fund at The Education Foundation to support students annually. Donors can work with The Education Foundation to create specific requirements for their scholarship. Please contact us<\/a> to get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase a \u201cSupport Education\u201d Specialty License Plate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Be part of the driving force to support public education by purchasing the \u201cSupport Education\u201d Florida Specialty License Plate. Your support goes directly to fund programs in your local schools that are not supported by tax dollars, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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