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None of this would be possible without the support of the local community. All donations go directly into our funding areas.

You may donate to the Foundation by mailing your check to the Foundation for Sanger Unified Schools, to: 1905 7th Street, Sanger, CA 93657

Donate via credit or debit cards

Contributions to the Foundation are exempt from federal income tax under section 170c of the Internal Revenue Code. Tax ID Number 20-4712286.

How does the Foundation raise money?

The Foundation conducts annual community-based campaigns to support the educational programs of the Sanger Unified School District.

The Foundation also seeks partnerships with area businesses, civic groups, and other charitable foundations willing to support our programs and mission.The Foundation also actively works with District staff and individuals within the community to make contributions as well.

Any individual or business wanting to learn more on how to donate, or about the Foundation can contact our Foundation Coordinator, Cary Catalano at (559) 355-0751.

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How does the Foundation raise money?

The Foundation conducts annual community-based campaigns to support the educational programs of the Sanger Unified School District.

The Foundation also seeks partnerships with area businesses, civic groups, and other charitable foundations willing to support our programs and mission.The Foundation also actively works with District staff and individuals within the community to make contributions as well.

Any individual or business wanting to learn more on how to donate, or about the Foundation can contact our Foundation Coordinator, Cary Catalano at (559) 355-0751.

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2019-20 Excellent in Education Awardees

The Foundation allocates $6,000 annually for this effort. Funding request maybe programmatic, enhanced training opportunities, and pilot projects that are designed to enhance overall student learning A total of three, $2,000 grants are awarded annually.

Sanger Academy 
Program: Cut Your Demo in The Bears Studio!
Students Served: 630
Amount Awarded: $2,000

This grant will fund a recording studio to allow students to record their guitar, band and choir music, and also create original musical content and possibly work with a group to record and produce their own podcast. This will be showcased weekly throughout the school Podcast YouTube Channel.

Del Rey Elementary
Program: Knights are Family
Students Served: 260
Amount Awarded: $2,000

This grant will be used to purchase Lego sets and supplies for a Family Lego Event, the goal to give students and families time to spend working together toward a common goal. These types of activities have been shown to give students a better chance for overall success in school.

Wilson Elementary
Program: Wilson Community Science Workshop
Students Served: 140
Amount Awarded: $2,000

Selected classes will rotate through the workshop in the library with support from the SAM Academy Staff and will be guided to design and build projects allowing them to develop age appropriate skills and to work with a wide range of materials and tools. Each project is designed to help with the sense-making of STEM concepts and careers.

2024-25 Community Service Grant Awardees

The Foundation for Sanger Schools has allocated $5,000 for school sites and departments to fund impactful community service projects within the Sanger Unified School District. These projects are aimed at making a direct difference in our community and can include activities such as: Tree planting, 9ark, neighborhood, or yard cleanups, window cleaning and painting projects, serving the homeless, and or creating care packages for those in need
This initiative encourages innovative ideas that benefit our local community and foster a spirit of service.

Lincoln Elementary
Principal:  Holly Willet
Program: Bundles of Hope: Essential Care for Sanger\’s Homeless Students

This project provides essential care packages to homeless students within Sanger Unified School District, including those in motels like Hope Sanger. Each package will contain hygiene items, snacks, school supplies, warm clothing, and personal notes, along with special items like blankets or toys for added comfort.   A total of 50 packages, distributed in collaboration with school counselors and volunteers. The initiative aims to support students’ dignity and well-being, positively impacting their educational journey.

Sanger West High School
Principal:  Ryan Osier
Program: Del Rey Park Clean Up

Del Rey’s park, neglected since COVID, urgently needs cleanup to restore it as a safe space for children and community gatherings. Previously a hub for events, revitalizing the park will enhance mental and physical well-being in this low-income area. The project includes cleanup efforts and organizing events to foster community togetherness, aiming for a lasting positive impact

2025-2026 Classroom Grant Awardees

The Foundation for Sangers Schools in partnership with the School District awarded a record $20,000 to help 29 teachers with viable classroom projects serving nearly 5,900 students.

BEIP (Center for Behavior Education)
Teacher: Yesuly Pereschica
Program: Build Social and Emotional Regulation Skills Through Art
Amount: $750 

Centerville Dual Language Academy
Teacher: Genesis Lopez
Program: Hands-On Learning: Building a Sensory-Rich TK
Amount: $750 

Centerville Dual Language Academy
Teacher: Sally Coronel
Program: The Peace Pathways
Amount: $750

Del Rey Elementary
Principal: Nicolas Ibarra
Program: Knights Love STEM and Building
Amount: $750

Fairmont Elementary
Teacher: Katie Siler
Program: Be the Change
Amount: $700

Fairmont Elementary
Teacher: Gretchen Heinrich
Program: Literacy using Magic Tree House Novels
Amount: $750.00

Jackson Elementary
Teacher: Jessica Perez
Program: Hand-On Science of Reading Phonics Instruction
Amount: $750

Jackson Elementary
Teacher: Teri Bedrosian
Program: Intervention Extension Activities in RTI
Amount: $723.79

Lone Star Elementary
Teacher: Gloria Robles
Program: Building Strong Readers: Tools for Closing the Literacy Gap
Amount: $402.27

Lone Star Elementary
Teacher: Lesly Ramirez
Program: Giving every child a strong start in literacy!
Amount: $750

Lone Star Elementary
Teacher: Shauna Omer
Program: SOAR Beyond (Science of Reading Applied in Rotation)
Amount: $750

Madison Elementary
Teacher: Jackie Billings
Program: Mustangs Make Art
Amount: $750

Madison Elementary
Teacher: Vanessa Scott
Program: Kindergarten Communication and Exploration Stations
Amount: $650

Quail Lake Charter
Teacher: Audrey Mosely
Program: Visual Access for All: Improving ELD & RTI with Large Screen Technology
Amount: $509.97

Quail Lake Charter
Teacher: Catalina Hamel
Program: Small Group Instruction Supplies
Amount: $721.94

Reagan Elementary
Teacher: Kathryn Kelly
Program: The Birchbark House: A Culturally Responsive Novel Study
Amount: $750

Sanger Academy Charter School
Teacher: Ashlee Coleman
Program: Creativity Through Computer Science
Amount: $390

Sanger Academy Charter School
Teacher: Haley Simpson
Program: Creating Creative Learners
Amount: $750

Sanger Academy Charter School
Teacher: Jennifer Gates
Program: Historical Thinking Using Novels
Amount: $750

Sanger Academy Charter School
Teacher: Kelsey Johnson
Program: From Sketch to Sculpture
Amount: $750

Sanger Academy Charter School
Teacher: Osa Martinez
Program: Engaging Middle Schoolers in Science
Amount: $750

Sanger High
Teacher:   Amy Woods
Program: Classroom Design in Action Project
Amount: $750

Sanger High
Teacher:  April Schnars
Program: High school aged speech therapy materials
Amount: $710

Sanger High
Teacher: Haylee Harris
Program: Building Thinking Classrooms
Amount: $350

Sanger High
Teacher: Justin Norris
Program: Lord of the Flies Graphic Novel
Amount: $750

Sanger High
Teacher: Maria Robles
Program: Engaging Visually Rich Material
Amount: $750

Sanger West
Teacher: Jessica Winkler
Program: Hornet Hive Café
Amount: $750

Washington Academics
Teacher:  Kristi Torres
Program: Capturing Campus Culture: A Photo Booth for School Engagement
Amount: $750

Washington Academics
Teacher:  Kristi Torres
Program: Capturing Campus Culture: A Photo Booth for School Engagement
Amount: $750