Grande Prairie Public School Division Education Foundation
Registered Name: GRANDE PRAIRIE PUBLIC SCHOOL DIVISION EDUCATION FOUNDATION
Business No: 888846037RR0001
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and have been issued a charitable registration number.
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The Grande Prairie Public School Division Education Foundation was founded in 1991 to enhance educational opportunities for students in GPPSD and complement basic education services in the city's public schools.
Through The Foundation, donors (Friends of the Foundation) can collaborate to provide resources in areas not funded through government allocations to school boards. The Board of Directors works alongside Friends of the Foundation to enhance students' educational experiences.
Recent foundation initiatives:
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Nutrition Program - Providing nutritious snacks and meals as required for students who do not have access to healthy foods at home
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Striving for Excellence Awards - An opportunity to showcase students within our Division who have exhibited outstanding achievement or citizenship
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School Grant Program: From September to November each year, applications are accepted for special funding requests. The Board of Directors allocates funds for projects such as musical instruments, special field trips, specific after-school programs, tutoring initiatives, etc.
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Scholarships - Each year, Grade 12 students are awarded a variety of scholarships to support their post-secondary education
