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2018 Scholarship Recipients

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We Awarded $253,000 to fifty-nine (59) innovative & pioneering teacher grants & twelve (12) scholarships to deserving seniors.

This year’s distribution came from the Foundation’s 4mil endowment which generated $157,304 in grant awards and $19,772 in scholarships. Another $75,583 was awarded in grants that were gifted through corporations, foundations, & individuals. 

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Billie Jo

Billie Jo has a well-recognized history of supporting Fayetteville schools and as a generous benefactor of the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation.

She served on the Foundation’s Board of Directors and was inducted into the Fayetteville Public  School’s Hall of Honor in 1997 in recognition of her efforts to grow the thriving community and school district we’re so fortunate to have in Fayetteville today.

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Through the generous support of the Foundation's Taylor-Lackey Fund students at Ramay Junior High participated in the I Am More Than My Skin Color  project. This grant allowed  students to develop a deeper sense of personal identity and empathy towards others within the context of race relations both past and present through a novel, author visit, research, and student creative writing gallery.

 

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Check out our 2018 Celebration of Excellence Video!

Thank You!

Annual Fund Society Pledges

Contributions between April 1, 2018 - April 30, 2018

Terri & Vince Chadick Barbara & Doug Prichard
Romona & Hershell West Brenda & Robert Gullett
Holly & David Johnson Jenessa & Mark Bailey
Emma Pierce

Corporate Leadership Pledges

Contributions between April 1, 2018 - April 30, 2018

 

Donors Who Made Gifts

Contributions between April 1, 2018 - April 30, 2018 toward the George Spencer Memorial Fund

         Dawnelle Fincher          Kathy & Terry Keefe
           Patti Jacuzzi                Alf Carter
          Rebekah Smith

Contributions between April 1, 2018 - April 30, 2018 toward the Gable Sloan Fund for Increased Academic Opportunity

            Claudia Vilato        Emily & Buckley Bridges 
          Stacey Spurlock         Michelle & Ken Kieklak
         De'Andre Knight       Roberta & Rob Billingsley

Contributions between April 1, 2018 - April 30, 2018 toward Endowment Funds

      Jeanne & Brian King         Connie Dorsey
        Sharon Michaels        Linnea Linquest

Gifts Towards Endowment Funds

Contributions between April 1, 2018 - April 30, 2018 

Nika & Bill Waitsman Mary & Everett Hawks Kathy & Mike Moss Ashley Wilbern Sheri & Woody Bassett
Nancy & Ben Israel Don Deweese Tammy Morris Marjo Burk Janet Ousterhout
Chris Sputo Garrison Asset Management Eugene Sekiguchi MeMe Hagers Lauryl & Tim Hynes
Victoria Coppett & Alan Wilbourn Sandy & Frank Grammer Melissa Hayward Allison Houston Beth Stropes
Kay & Sid Davis Lolly & Larry Greenwood David & Jane Gearhart Roy Horne Mark Kinion
Charlotte Taylor & Tim Hudson AEP Southwestern Electric Power Lisa & David Whitaker Gina & Neal Pendergraft Simmons Bank
Gina & George Shelton Clinton House Museum Kathy & Ted Wade Sara & Jeff Koenig Jennifer & Kenton Ross
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F.A.S.T. Finds the Stratosphere

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Thanks to the Koenig Family Works Fund  in the Foundation's endowment, F.A.S.T. Finds the Stratosphere will serve students in 9-12th grade in a highly engaging STEM activity and first known of its kind rocket launch.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Gable's Bakery is working on a baking project that can help business treat employees to a delicious break while giving back to their community.Introducing BREAK BOXES, giant boxes of cookies, bars and brownies that will look beautiful in an company's break room. 

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Donor Spotlight

"We wanted to honor Martha's legacy as a champion for the education of underprivileged or disenfranchised students. We were able to do that through the establishment of the Agee Family Fund in honor of Martha Agee which will provide an annual grant for programs that empower at-risk students in our public schools." – Janie & Kim Agee

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A night for donors to celebrate with teacher and scholarship recipients and learn learn about the exciting projects made possible through their generosity.

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Thank you

Contributions between March 1, 2018 - March 31, 2018

Terri & Vince Chadick Barbara & Doug Prichard
Cristy & Tim Smith Sara & Justin Eichmann
Holly & David Johnson Nancy & Larry Bittle
Emma Pierce Romona & Hershell West
Cherie & Nirmal Kilambi Mary Beth & Tony Sherman

Contributions between March 1, 2018 - March 31, 2018

Contributions between March 1, 2018 - March 31, 2018 

Laura Beth Timby                 Kathy Stafford   Barbara & Tom Verdery
Nicole & Tom Olmstead Brandy & Michael Wingo Martin Chilcote

Contributions between March 1, 2018 - March 31, 2018 

           Lisa & Howard Higgins                MeMe Hagers             Ashley Wilbern           Marla & Dennis Hunt               Danielle Siering
                   Marjo Burk              Melissa Hayward           Garrison Financial                 Beth Stropes                Janet Gardner
              First National Bank          Tammy & Read Hudson                Anne Jones               Allison Houston                Melanie Garner
         Sara & Justin Eichamann         Melissa & Randy Werner    Ozarks Electric Cooperative              First Security Bank                Michelle Kieklak
       Donna & James Stephenson           Sherie & Tony Hardin               Connie Riner              Shari & Joe Mains              Melanie Frederick
                    Keh Jeng                  Lauri Shelton                  Nell Sisco                Bonnie Dobbs              Rebecca McCredy
                Rebecca Wright                 Cheryl Yarber             Carter Morrison                Randy Bunnet                   Jana Brady
                   Angel Perez               Jennifer Kestner             Marlena Prouty                  Krista Kidd                Andrea Gunnell
                   Leasa Wood               Archibald Anum             Dionisha Davis                  Marci Pitts               George Shelton
                 Rosa Buescher                Jessica Wayne              Shana Turner                  Alicia Estes               Amber Wofford
               Amanda Osborne                  Britini Ayers                Pam Nolen                 Tina Garner                 Spencer Hill
                   Tobi Walker                Cynthia Orona               Katie Dallari                Brenda Austin                Jessica Sexton
                   Justin Keen                Kristi Taunton           Amanda Forguson              Amber Buchanan            Kristine Schuchardt
                   Bianka Rios              Matthew Crouch            Matthew Crouch                 LeAnn Turner                 Janet Cotton
                  Anna Reginer              Issam Shalhoub                John Furlow                  Karen Laman                  Jamie Clegg
                 

2015-2016 Annual Report

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In the past year, the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation distributed $276,000 in grants, scholarships, donations and corporate gifts through the support of community partners dedicated to helping our children succeed. Check out our annual report below to learn more about the innovative and pioneering programs this year!

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Fayetteville Public Education Foundation

ConnectED Newsletter Fall 2016

EEK! Grant Spotlight

Thanks to the Josephine Clark Endowment, the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation was able to fund EEK!: Environmental Education Kits for Inquiry Based Learning. The kits are a unique alternative to field trips, offering inquiry based environmental activities in the classroom or outdoor learning lab.

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Contributions from May 2016 to August 2016

Karen & Bruce Armstrong Terri & Vincent Chadick Rhonda Moore
Leslie & Ted Belden Lynlee & Caleb Critz Barbara & Doug Prichard
 Nancy & Larry Bittle Mirela & Sid Vinson  David Russell
 Pamela & Michael Britt Kathryn & Justin Hunt  Pat & Bill Storey
Cherie & Nirmal Kilambi Holly & David Johnson  Cambre Horne-Brooks & John Brooks
 Charlotte Taylor & Tim Hudson

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With an annual pledge you maximize the education experience for our children and sustain the Foundation's vision-annual commitment is at one of the following levels:

Warren Rosenaur Endowment

Fayetteville Public Education Foundation is thrilled to announce a campaign to establish the Warren Rosenaur Theatre Endowment. The endowment will be named in perpetuity and distributed annually through grants to the FHS Theater Department, ensuring this already wonderful program will blossom for future generations.

Contribute to the Warren Rosenaur Endowment here

Donor Spotlight

Larry and Nancy Bittle recognized the potential of Fayetteville Public Education Foundation from the very beginning. They have always been eager to assist in creating opportunities for our teachers and children. The Bittles have gone above and beyond in their dedication to Fayetteville schools. Larry is a Hall of Honor inductee and served as a school board member. Nancy has served almost six years on the FPEF board and was the president in 2014-15. The couple are also Decade Donors.

Click here to read more about the Bittles

Take a look at this video highlighting a Fayetteville High School Theater Department grant funded through generous donor's like you.

Contributions from May 2016 to August 2016

Susan & Buddy Chadick Terri & Vincent Chadick James Chase
Connie & Bill Clark Marsha & David Crittenden Rosemary & George Faucette
Aleza & Jay Greene Mary Ann & Reed Greenwood Susan & Orville Hall
Hiland Dairy Foods Joe & Jimmie Huber  Ann Johnston
Trudy & Gary Karnes Wanda Kent  Kay & C.R. Magness
Imelda & David McClinton Gayle & Mike McGovern  McNair Middle School Staff
Milda Jean & Kenneth Petway Barbara & David Pryor  Shirley & Charlie Russell
Timothy Vance Scott Sara S. & Frank Sharp  Judith Singleton
Irene & Joel Spalter Susie Stewart  Hadley Twilley
Shannon & Don Walker Wells Fargo Matching Gifts Program  Becky & John Womack
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Hall of Honor

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Hall of Honor Luncheon

We hosted a luncheon to announce the 2016 Hall of Honor Inductees. Congratulations to Gina and Neal Pendergraft, Susie Stewart, Candy Clark and Sarah Fennel Buchanan. In addition, we recognized the individuals who have been inducted into the Hall of Honor over the past two decades. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

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Contributions from May 2016 to August 2016

Ashley Wilbern Arvest Leslie & Scott Bailey Bank of Fayetteville
Bassett Law Firm LLP Best Sports, Inc. Martha & Hugh Brewer Margaret Whillock
Brunner & Lay Marjo Burk Anne & Jack Butt C & C Services
Taylor Hurst Carl Collier Sara & Jeff Koenig Dickson Street Liquor
Susan & Mac Norton First Security Bank Flintco, Inc. Frost, PLLC
Garrison Financial Jane & David Gearhart Brenda & Robert Gullett MeMe Hagers
Treva & Howard Hamilton Harness Roofing, Inc. Melissa Hayward Eileen Hendricks
Hight-Jackson Associates Mona Holt Allison Houston Tammy & Read Hudson
Crossover Veterinary Clinic Mary Lou Miller Rosemary & George Faucette Mitzi Kuroda & Stephen Elledge
Procter & Gamble Lanell Lashley Hannah & Greg Lee Lewis Automotive Group
Cambre Horne-Brooks & John Brooks Helen & Harold McKinney Kathy & Rob Merry-Ship James Burton Blair Family Foundation
Morgan Stanley, c/o CyberGrant, Inc. Larry Bittle Insurance Agency, Inc. Signature Bank of Arkansas Coldwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette
Tamara & Johnny Roberts Judy G. & Bill Schwab Sara S. & Frank Sharp Meredith Lowry
Carolyn & Murray Smart Star Shopper Nana & Julian Stewart Susie Stewart
Truity Education Foundation Laura & Craig Underwood Kathy & Ted Wade Walmart Foundation
 Altrusa Club of Fayetteville Raheen Land & Cattle, LLLP Willard & Pat Walker Foundation
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These contributions provide invaluable assistance to creating a well-educated, young workforce that ensures the economic prosperity of Fayetteville.
These contributions provide invaluable assistance to creating a well-educated, young workforce that ensures the economic prosperity of Fayetteville.

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Call us today at (479) 527-3655, check out our website fayedfoundation.org, or stop by 877 Clinton Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72701.

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Thanks to the support of the Truity Education Foundation and the Bob Gaddy Keystone Endowment, the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation was able to fund the Greenhouse Garden Project. The greenhouse at Fayetteville High School has afforded over 400 students a state-of-the-art teaching facility that provides hands-on agricultural activities, builds agri-career skills, and encourages healthy lifestyle choices.  The greenhouse also provides a place for students to collaborate with the biology and advanced biology classes.

To learn more about the grants awarded to the Fayetteville Public Schools in the 2015-2016 school year, click here.

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Click the links to learn more about our Education Founders, Decade Donors and Education Society members.

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Contributions from March 2016 - May 2016

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Meet Decade Donors of the Foundation, Bruce and Karen Armstrong.  Bruce and Karen share a rich heritage with Fayetteville Public Schools.  Having attended FHS themselves, they feel motivated to give back to public education so that current and future students can experience the best education system our community can provide.

FHS is where Karen and Bruce first met and became high school sweethearts. Karen and Bruce later graduated from FHS in 1980. Building on their legacy, the Armstrongs’ children, Meredith and Reid, also graduated from FHS, making them the third generation of FHS graduates in Karen’s family.

As devoted Education Society Members of the Foundation, the Armstrongs strive to be examples to others in the community to support a strong public education system and hope that their support inspires a sense of life-long learning and appreciation for the value of education.

For more information on how to become an Education Society Member like the Armstrongs, please visit our website.

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Check out a full list of our endowments here.

Contributions from March 2016 - May 2016

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Thank you to 3W Magazine and Bob Stafford for the Celebration of Excellence photos!

We loved celebrating all of the grants and awards to the Fayetteville Public School District that are made possible by generous donors like you.

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To learn more about how to donate to the Fayetteville Public Education Foundation, click here.

Contributions from March 2016 - May 2016

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The Fayetteville Public Education Foundation is pleased to announce that we received a gift of $250,000 to establish the Pendergraft Grant awarded from the Neal R. Pendergraft Endowment, funded by Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.

It was Neal and Gina's desire that the Pendergraft Grant be teacher driven, to create innovative projects that will enrich the academic experiences of our children.

The Pendergraft Grant will be distributed annually through the Foundation’s teacher grant process and will fund larger projects that cast a wider net and reach more students. In the last year, forty-four teachers received over $185,000 in grants that served over 12,000 students. We are indebted to Neal and Gina for helping us continue to provide our children with the best education in the State of Arkansas.

To learn how you can give to endowments such as this one, click here. 

You can RSVP to the Luncheon by email to info@fayedfoundation.org.

The Hall of Honor Ceremony will be September 29th at the Fayetteville Town Center. To learn more about the event, click here.

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To learn more about how your business can become a Corporate Leadership Circle Member, click here.