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Santa Barbara Education Foundation Board President Mat Gradias recently joined Dr. Cynder Sinclair on TV Santa Barbara’s 805 Focus, a show that highlights local nonprofits and community leaders. In this thoughtful conversation, Mat shares how SBEF is working to strengthen public education in our community through programs such as Keep the Beat, Teacher Grants, and more.

Watch the full interview to learn about our mission, impact, and vision for the future of Santa Barbara’s public schools.

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