Investing in Education. Enriching Lives.
Envisioning a San Juan Unified School District where funding is not a barrier to equitable opportunity and access.
Every student deserves a chance — and every educator deserves the support to dream boldly. That’s why the San Juan Education Foundation, San Juan Unified’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit partner, exists. Our mission is to harness the power of philanthropy and partnership to propel student achievement and enrich the lives of educators.
Whether we’re awarding scholarships, funding classroom resources and innovation, celebrating educational excellence, or building bridges between schools and community — we’re here to light up possibility, fuel bold ideas, and champion dreams.
$1,072,089
in grants awarded since 2006
$60,000
in scholarships awarded in 2026
Explore What We Do
PROPEL Grants for Educators
Fueling bold ideas, creative instruction, and inclusive classrooms.
ACHIEVE Scholarships for Students
Opening doors to college, career, and beyond.
Community Engagement
Our two signature annual events, the Fair Oaks Chicken Run and An Evening with the STARS, bring the community together to celebrate success, uplift, and give back.
Get Involved
Donate today. Help educators PROPEL.
Create a scholarship. Help students ACHIEVE.
Nominate a STAR
What’s New
Save the Date: An Evening with the STARS
Save the Date! Join us on Friday, October 9, 2026, for An Evening with the STARS at Northridge Country Club. Celebrate the achievements of San Juan Unified alumni who are Service-Oriented, Trailblazing, Accomplished Role Models Who Shine Bright while supporting programs that enrich the lives of students and educators.
$1 Million Invested in Local Schools
In December 2025, we reached a significant milestone, surpassing $1 million in total investments supporting students and classrooms across the San Juan Unified School District. Since our founding, the Foundation has worked to bridge funding gaps in public education by...
PROPEL Grant Program
At the San Juan Education Foundation, we believe that great teaching deserves great support. That’s why our PROPEL Grant Program offers flexible funding for educators and staff ready to make a difference in their classrooms, schools, and communities. The PROPEL Grant Program is open! Apply for a $500, $2500, or $7500 Grant today.
Our Sponsors
Proudly supported by those who believe in brighter futures.
We’re deeply grateful to the individuals, businesses, and organizations that help fuel our mission. Their partnership helps us propel student achievement, enrich the lives of educators, and build a stronger San Juan Unified community.
“San Juan Unified is fortunate to have a non-profit partner, the San Juan Education Foundation, helping to make dreams come true. From grants that support our educators’ innovative instruction to scholarships funding our students’ future education plans, contributions from the San Juan Education Foundation and its donors help make our district great!”