2020-21 Report Card
From distance learning to social distancing, the pandemic threw unprecedented challenges at our schools. We're proud to report that North Kitsap Schools Foundation donors stepped up in a big way, funding a back-to-school Supplies for Success drive that raised more than $9,200 and supporting grants that helped teachers and students adapt to unprecedented conditions by providing:
  • Home access to school library audiobooks for all elementary students
  • Materials for home STEAM projects and a Pearson Elementary family Zoom STEAM night
  • Materials for the NKHS Equity Club to conduct an anti-racism Zoom book study and discussion
Since 2012, the Foundation has awarded more than $468,000 in grants to NK educators. Click here to learn more.
Supporting Young Readers
Here's an example from NKSD librarian Debbie Jo Rock of how this year's elementary audiobook grant supported all learners: "We partnered with Kitsap Regional Library to offer a book club featuring the graphic novel 'New Kid' by Jerry Craft... We had a blind student who wanted to join our book club... She was able to participate in the club with other students because of this grant!"
How We Spent Your $$$
We rely on a community of donors to support NK schools, so we make it part of our mission to keep administrative costs low. In 2020-21, 93 cents of every dollar raised went to programs that support our charitable purpose – funding outstanding learning opportunities for all NK students.
Two Decades of Service
The NK Schools Foundation has a big birthday coming up! We became a nonprofit in 2002 and awarded our first classroom grants in 2004. Ever since, we've been partnering with the community to fund education that inspires, innovates and goes beyond the basics. Thanks to all the volunteers who have helped build a strong foundation for NKSD.
Thank you to our donors and sponsors!
Everyone who participated in the Kitsap Great Give directly funded our grant program. We also want to give a shout out to Supplies for Success donors. And there's a special place in our hearts for long-time supporters Poulsbo and Kingston service clubs, Dr. Dan Peck and the Suquamish and Port Gamble S'Klallam tribes.
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Dine Out is Back!
The tastiest fundraiser of the year is Thurs., Sept. 9 through Sun., Sept. 12. We recognize the pandemic has been tough for restaurants, so their contributions are optional this year. We're asking that when you dine at or take out from participating restaurants, you also make a contribution to the Foundation. Donation jars and a QR code will be available to make it easy. Watch our Facebook page for a complete list of restaurants.
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