Santa Barbara Education Foundation

For
Students

Santa Barbara Education Foundation supports projects that spark creativity, increase student engagement, and bring learning to life.

Programs & Camps for Students

Student Grants
up to $750

Past Student
Grant Awards

Summer Music
Camps

Four Focus Areas for Student Success

SBEF directs resources to four areas that have great impact on long-term student outcomes across the Santa Barbara Unified School District.

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Literacy

Boost reading proficiency by the end of third grade, empowering the transition from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.”

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Math

Support math proficiency by seventh grade, laying the foundation for success in high school and beyond.

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Student Engagement

Invest in programs that spark creativity, critical thinking, and a sense of connection to improve both attendance and active participation.

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Diversity, Equity, Access & Inclusion

Eliminate barriers and foster inclusive environments where all students of all backgrounds can flourish.

“I am so incredibly grateful for the grant we received from the Santa Barbara Education Foundation. Producing physical copies of our newspaper is one of my favorite parts of being on The King’s Page, but it can be so expensive.”

 

– Noelle C.
San Marcos High School student

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