The Powell Foundation dedicates its efforts to ensure that children, youth, and families have access to educational and community resources that support their well-being and success. By investing in areas such as education across all levels, conservation, the arts, and human services, the foundation aims to nurture healthy development, environmental stewardship, artistic engagement, and community empowerment. Through a strategic focus on early childhood development, quality public schools, post-secondary success, and supportive communities, their mission is to foster an environment where every individual has the opportunity to flourish and contribute to a vibrant, equitable society.
The grant program focuses on several key areas to support its broad goals:
Early Childhood Development & Education: Grants support high-quality programs that promote early learning, skill-building, and caregiver support to ensure school readiness and long-term success.
Quality Public K-12 Schools: Investments aim to enhance educational quality through excellent educators, student supports, and innovative school models to prepare students for future success.
Post-secondary Pathways to Success: The foundation supports efforts to increase access to and success in post-secondary education that leads to meaningful employment, including academic preparedness and post-secondary persistence.
Aligned Cradle-to-Career Education System: This area focuses on creating a seamless educational pathway through effective policies, programs, and systems that support students throughout their educational journey.
Supportive Communities: The foundation invests in
These grants aim to address critical needs and challenges in education and community well-being, with a strong commitment to equity, access, and quality.