Program areas at Education Foundation of Okeechobee
Provide scholarship to students in Okeechobee county.
The classroom mini-grant program provides funding to Okeechobee county school district teachers to support innovative classroom projects that enhance student learning. Teachers can apply for grants to bring creative and impactful ideas to life.
The resiliency program equips students with essential life skills, leadership abilities, and practical training through partnerships with local public safety organizations, preparing them for both immediate employment and long-term personal success.
Other programs include initiatives like our youth sports camps, which combine athletic training with personal development, and community literacy events that promote reading and Educational engagement. We facilitate the pencil depot, which provides essential school supplies to all Okeechobee county school district teachers for their classrooms and students in need. Teachers can shop for free online, with supplies delivered directly to their schools. We support career pathways through foundational courses and industry certification programs, provide stem Education programs to elementary schools, and assist Okeechobee county schools in facilitating their student scholarship program. Additionally, we collaborate with local organizations to offer a range of enrichment opportunities that enhance college and career readiness for students across the district.