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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 ChadickBarbara & Doug Prichard
Romona & Hershell WestBrenda & Robert Gullett
Holly & David JohnsonJenessa & 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 WaitsmanMary & Everett HawksKathy & Mike MossAshley WilbernSheri & Woody Bassett
Nancy & Ben IsraelDon DeweeseTammy MorrisMarjo BurkJanet Ousterhout
Chris SputoGarrison Asset ManagementEugene SekiguchiMeMe HagersLauryl & Tim Hynes
Victoria Coppett & Alan WilbournSandy & Frank GrammerMelissa HaywardAllison HoustonBeth Stropes
Kay & Sid DavisLolly & Larry GreenwoodDavid & Jane GearhartRoy HorneMark Kinion
Charlotte Taylor & Tim HudsonAEP Southwestern Electric PowerLisa & David WhitakerGina & Neal PendergraftSimmons Bank
Gina & George SheltonClinton House MuseumKathy & Ted WadeSara & Jeff KoenigJennifer & 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

Learn More About Starting A Scholarship Or Grant Fund

Ways to get involved

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 ChadickBarbara & Doug Prichard
Cristy & Tim SmithSara & Justin Eichmann
Holly & David JohnsonNancy & Larry Bittle
Emma PierceRomona & Hershell West
Cherie & Nirmal KilambiMary 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 OlmsteadBrandy & Michael WingoMartin 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 ArmstrongTerri & Vincent ChadickRhonda Moore
Leslie & Ted BeldenLynlee & Caleb CritzBarbara & Doug Prichard
 Nancy & Larry BittleMirela & Sid Vinson David Russell
 Pamela & Michael BrittKathryn & Justin Hunt Pat & Bill Storey
Cherie & Nirmal KilambiHolly & 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 ChadickTerri & Vincent ChadickJames Chase
Connie & Bill ClarkMarsha & David CrittendenRosemary & George Faucette
Aleza & Jay GreeneMary Ann & Reed GreenwoodSusan & Orville Hall
Hiland Dairy FoodsJoe & Jimmie Huber Ann Johnston
Trudy & Gary KarnesWanda Kent Kay & C.R. Magness
Imelda & David McClintonGayle & Mike McGovern McNair Middle School Staff
Milda Jean & Kenneth PetwayBarbara & David Pryor Shirley & Charlie Russell
Timothy Vance ScottSara S. & Frank Sharp Judith Singleton
Irene & Joel SpalterSusie Stewart Hadley Twilley
Shannon & Don WalkerWells Fargo Matching Gifts Program Becky & John Womack

Click here to see a full list of our endowments

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 WilbernArvestLeslie & Scott BaileyBank of Fayetteville
Bassett Law Firm LLPBest Sports, Inc.Martha & Hugh BrewerMargaret Whillock
Brunner & LayMarjo BurkAnne & Jack ButtC & C Services
Taylor HurstCarl CollierSara & Jeff KoenigDickson Street Liquor
Susan & Mac NortonFirst Security BankFlintco, Inc.Frost, PLLC
Garrison FinancialJane & David GearhartBrenda & Robert GullettMeMe Hagers
Treva & Howard HamiltonHarness Roofing, Inc.Melissa HaywardEileen Hendricks
Hight-Jackson AssociatesMona HoltAllison HoustonTammy & Read Hudson
Crossover Veterinary ClinicMary Lou MillerRosemary & George FaucetteMitzi Kuroda & Stephen Elledge
Procter & GambleLanell LashleyHannah & Greg LeeLewis Automotive Group
Cambre Horne-Brooks & John BrooksHelen & Harold McKinneyKathy & Rob Merry-ShipJames Burton Blair Family Foundation
Morgan Stanley, c/o CyberGrant, Inc.Larry Bittle Insurance Agency, Inc.Signature Bank of ArkansasColdwell Banker Harris McHaney & Faucette
Tamara & Johnny RobertsJudy G. & Bill SchwabSara S. & Frank SharpMeredith Lowry
Carolyn & Murray SmartStar ShopperNana & Julian StewartSusie Stewart
Truity Education FoundationLaura & Craig UnderwoodKathy & Ted WadeWalmart Foundation
 Altrusa Club of FayettevilleRaheen Land & Cattle, LLLPWillard & 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.

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

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Charlotte Taylor & Tim HudsonLauryl & Tim HynesHolly & David JohnsonSarah & Jeffrey KellarRachelle & Smac McConnellBarbara & Doug PrichardRobin & Chris PrimmMolly & Coy PuryearBeth & Marshall SaviersCristy & Ti

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS

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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.