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Our Grant Funding
The Griffith Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing educational excellence in Griffith Public Schools. We provide grant funding directly to teachers and staff, supporting innovative programs, creative classroom projects, and impactful educational experiences that go beyond what traditional funding allows.
How we help
Our dedicated teachers and staff share their inspiring experiences on how the grant money has transformed their classrooms and enriched the school community. From enhanced learning resources to innovative programs, these testimonies highlight the positive impact the funding on both students and educators
Impact in Numbers in the Last 5 years
72K
Dollars
Granted
10K
Beneficiary
Students
89
Educational
Grants
Success Stories
Our Team
Passion. Dedication. Expertise
Janel Drozd
President
Lori Turner
Vice President
Brooke Sanders
Treasurer
Elaine Jelenski
Member
Deb Carver
Member
Christine Harder
Member
Theresa Rivas
Secretary
Michelle Udchitz
Member
Leah Dumezich
Ex Officio Member, Superintendet
Ambre Cain
Member
Terri Chance
Member
Georgia Smith
Member
Melissa Pride
Member
Katie Garvey
Member
Our Vision
Our vision is to provide additional funding for innovative programs and opportunities that go beyond the limitations of traditional school funding. Grants from the Griffith Educational Foundation aim to inspire, support, and celebrate creativity, excellence, and achievement among both students and educators.
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