We believe every student deserves quality education. By offering resources that enhance literacy and foster critical thinking, we empower students to reach their full potential.
Fostering a Culture of Belonging
At the heart of our work is a commitment to equity and inclusion, providing opportunities where students connect, build community, and thrive emotionally.
Families at the Heart of Learning
We know that student success is a team effort, and that’s why we prioritize building strong connections between families, schools, and the community.
2024 Annual Report
Please read our latest Annual Report for an update on our latest initiatives and impact!
All students in the South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) deserve the best possible education. However, public funding is not enough to provide the the education our students deserve
COMMUNITY-LED
— We Embrace Diversity
SSFUSD is a culturally diverse district, with a student population self-identifying as 48% Hispanic/Latino, 21% Filipino, 20% Asian, and 6% White (2022-23). Notably, 23% of SSFUSD students are English Learners.
SETTING PRIORITIES
— We Enhance Equity
42% of SSFUSD students are socioeconomically disadvantaged. Although public schools receive extra funding for students with increased needs, students with multiple needs are only counted once, resulting in underfunding.
GUIDED BY DATA
— We Prioritize Student Outcomes
Less than half of SSFUSD 3rd-11th graders met state standards for English Language Arts (2022-23). As a result, we work with the district to identify trends like this and mobilize resources toward solutions.
Our Approach
We are a non-profit organization committed to educational equity, access, and excellence in all SSFUSD schools. More importantly, we aim to involve all parts of the SSFUSD community, including students, families, and educators, in identifying critical student needs and deciding what approaches to fund to support students’ long-term success.
Learn from Community
We believe community voices will help us learn about student barriers, needs, inequities and district-wide areas of opportunity.
Build Community Leadership
We create opportunities for more people to get involved in supporting education.
Form Partnerships for Impact
We develop partnerships with organizations to bring programs to SSFUSD schools.
Increase Investments in Education
We raise money from individuals and organizations to bring more resources to SSFUSD students.
2024-25 ANNUAL GIVING CAMPAIGN
We hope to raise at least $10,000 in community donations to continue and expand the initiatives we fund. Any amount is appreciated and all donors this school year will be acknowledged in our next annual report.
A generous community member has agreed to match every donation, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000. This will double the impact of your support!
Make a Donation
The South San Francisco Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 88-1191386). Your donation is fully tax-deductible and contributes to the vision of all students receiving the education and resources they need to achieve their highest potential.
You can donate online viaPayPal, Venmo, Benevity, or StockDonator.
