Together we can make a difference! We know that there are many giving opportunities this time of year; however, when you contribute to the Santa Barbara Education Foundation, you’re making a direct impact on our children’s future. Please consider including us in your year-end giving.
TEACHER GRANTS
Every year, we offer grants to Santa Barbara Unified School District teachers, ranging from necessary classroom supplies and books to high tech gear to innovative curriculum. The 2020-21 application for Teacher Grants is open now until October 31.
STUDENT ONLINE & ACADEMIC RESOURCES APPEAL
Now more than ever, we need to support our teachers and students. Help us ensure that no matter what happens students will continue to have access to essential resources that provide a first-rate education.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
LATEST NEWS
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Santa Barbara Education Foundation recently elected Carolyn Ross to its Board of Directors as Santa Barbara Unified School District teacher representative. Ross is an alumnus of Stanford University, where she…
The Santa Barbara Education Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of Eryn Shugart, Ph.D., to serve as Major Gifts Officer. Eryn is a Santa Barbara native who holds a…
By Hilda Maldonado, Superintendent of the Santa Barbara Unified School District Our county has made progress in our battle to decrease COVID rates. We are now in the red tier,…
UPCOMING EVENTS
Mark your calendar for one of our local events helping to support Santa Barbara students.
PER PUPIL FUNDING
FOR SB UNIFIED STUDENTS
Many percieve SB Unified as a high wealth district, however, it only receives 1% above the state average for funding per student.
PER PUPIL FUNDING
IN LOCAL DISTRICTS
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
PIANOS ON STATE
A favorite event in Santa Barbara, Pianos on State is a collaborative and interactive musical experience that takes place during Arts and Humanities month in October. The tenth annual installment will take place October 21- November 7, 2019. Each piano becomes its own piece of art as local Santa Barbara artists create individual looks.
WHERE THE
MONEY GOES
Current operation and program spending breakdown
- Academic Support
- Literacy
- Early Childhood Education
- Mental Health
- Music & Performing Arts