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Thursday, April 25, 2024
5:30 - 8:00 PM
Santa Barbara Historical Museum
136 E De La Guerra St, Santa Barbara, CA

Join us to celebrate our local heroes of public education. This year, we will honor former Santa Barbara City College Foundation CEO Geoff Green and 99.9 KTYD in recognition of their support of students. The evening begins with a reception featuring student performances paired with fine food and beverages from local restaurants and caterers. The event will highlight the impact of teachers in our community, with proceeds from the evening supporting our popular Teacher Grants Program.

 

With Performances by Tony Ybarra and Santa Barbara High School Folklorico.

 

WAYS TO SUPPORT THE HOPE AWARDS

 

Purchase a table ($1,200-$2,000)

Purchase individual tickets ($150)

Donate to send a teacher to the HOPE Awards ($75)

Make a donation in honor of Geoff Green or KTYD

Help us meet our Teacher Grants goal of $200,000 with an early online gift

Become a HOPE sponsor by April 1 ($1,000-$10,000)

 

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BECOME A SPONSOR!

We invite you to join us as a partner, both in sponsorship and participation, to raise the bar for public education in Santa Barbara. You have the power to make a lasting impact on students and demonstrate your commitment to public education by sponsoring the Hope Awards. Click the button below for more details.

Do you have questions about sponsorship? Please contact Melissa Davenport, Development Officer, at [email protected] or 805-284-9125, ext. 703.

BECOME A HOPE AWARDS SPONSOR

HONOREES

Geoff Green

Geoff Green became the CEO of the California Association of Nonprofits in January 2024. With over 30 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, Geoff has been a staunch advocate for education and community development. As the former CEO of the Santa Barbara City College Foundation, he spearheaded initiatives like the SBCC Promise, providing free college for local high school graduates. Geoff’s dedication extends beyond his professional roles; he volunteers his time to various educational programs and has served on advisory boards for organizations like Adsum Education Foundation, Antioch University Santa Barbara’s MBA Program, and the UCSB Foundation. He currently serves on the Peabody Charter School Board of Directors. Geoff’s commitment to philanthropy and education continues to make a lasting impact in California’s nonprofit landscape.

99.9 KTYD

Since 1973, 99.9 KTYD has been Santa Barbara’s beloved radio station, known for playing quality rock. Yet, their impact extends far beyond the airwaves. Lin Aubuchon and Bill Pesso, hosts of the Morning Mojo, have been instrumental in championing music education in local public schools. Through their partnership with the Santa Barbara Education Foundation for the Keep The Beat Instrument Drive, they’ve rallied the local music community and the “KTYD Tribe” for support by highlighting the needs of students and the impact of quality music education. Their dedication has resulted in a $75,000 investment in music classrooms and the placement of 500 instruments into the hands of aspiring young musicians, enriching countless students’ lives over the past six years.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT: TEACHER GRANTS

Proceeds from the event’s paddle raise will benefit our Teacher Grants program.

Santa Barbara Education Foundation funds grants once a year to support the purchase of much-needed, project-based supplies and tools, as well as to encourage the development of creative and innovative teaching in the Santa Barbara Unified School District through adopting new technologies, instructional tools, and field trips. Since 2018, the Santa Barbara Education Foundation has offered SB Unified teachers grants between $500 to $5,000 to promote innovative teaching and purchase classroom supplies. With this grant cycle completed, SBEF has awarded over $675,000 to teachers over the past six years.

With the support of donors like you, we awarded a record-breaking $200,000 in grants to Santa Barbara Unified School District teachers for the 2023-24 school year! Let's continue to stand by our educators and ensure they have the resources they need to teach and inspire!

GIVE TO TEACHER GRANTS

SPONSORS

Watch the 2023 Hope Awards!

SEE PHOTOS FROM THE 2023 HOPE AWARDS

About the Santa Barbara Education Foundation

Since 1985, the Santa Barbara Education Foundation has worked with community partners to strengthen the educational experience of ALL students in the Santa Barbara Unified School District. SBEF has raised funds to:

  • Support at-risk students
  • Ensure equal access to quality education
  • Support art & music education
  • Provide instruments
  • Offer summer school

SBEF believes that great schools have long-lasting effects on students and the community. Our goal is to continue to elevate the quality of public schools in our community.