Investing in Students.
Partnering with Teachers.

ABOUT

The Foundation for New Paltz Schools is an independent, community-supported nonprofit dedicated to expanding what’s possible in our public schools.

Our volunteer board of parents and community members raise funds and award grants that support creative, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences for students across the New Paltz Central School District.

MISSION

The Foundation supports students and educators by funding creative, enriching programs that expand opportunities and deepen learning across the New Paltz schools.

OUR VALUES

Sustainability
We support projects that are built to last—whether through durable materials, repeatable programs, or ideas that can evolve over time.

Access
We aim to support projects that reach a wide and diverse group of students across the schools and district.

Curiosity & Creativity
We support projects that spark imagination—encouraging creative thinking, exploration, and new ways of seeing the world.

HOW IT WORKS

  1. Teachers and students submit proposals

  2. Applications are reviewed by the Foundation

  3. Selected projects receive funding

  4. Projects are implemented in schools

  5. Students engage directly with the outcomes

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