$74,457 raised by 232 donors
43% complete
$175,000 Goal
One of the differentiating factors about Solar Prep Schools is that our founders knew that higher academic achievement at STEAM and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) choice schools costs more than neighborhood schools. Friends of Solar Prep raises funds that support our teachers in the classroom, ensuring our scholars have the resources needed to achieve their full potential. Campus principals determine campus needs and how dollars are allocated each year.
To continue our trailblazing record of high-performance since 2016, we are raising:
1. $100,000: Enhanced Learning Spaces and Programs
Our Solar Scholars are leading the way in our community. Help us elevate their learning experiences with new and improved facilities, such as a transformational science lab, an indoor play area for inclement weather, and advanced programs in physics, reading, debate, orchestra, and modern band. Your support will provide essential tools and innovative spaces that scholars rely on every day!
2. $25,000: Expanding Our Library Collections
Curiosity is a cornerstone of Solar Prepâs philosophy. Our libraries are vital for nurturing a lifelong love of learning. For many students, these libraries are their primary source of books. Your contribution will help us fill our shelves with diverse and engaging titles, making a significant impact on our studentsâ educational journeys.
3. $25,000: Investing in Teacher Training
Empower our educators with advanced training in best practices for delivering our SEL and STEAM curricula. Investing in our teachers enhances their ability to foster a supportive and effective learning environment, directly influencing student success, classroom culture, and overall retention.
4. $25,000: Supporting the Peace Pantry
The Peace Pantry plays a crucial role in addressing food insecurity and providing essential resources to Solar families. Your donation ensures that our community remains strong and supported, helping families meet their basic needs and thrive.
*If you prefer, you can make your gift to either campus (Girls or Boys), the Solar Peace Pantry or the Jennifer Turner Scholarship Fund, by noting it in the comments section.
Friends of Solar Prep is a volunteer 501(c)3 nonprofit organization led by a board of parents and community leaders who work to ensure every Solar Prep student has equal access to educational opportunities to realize their full potential. We support the Solar Preparatory Schools, two challenging and inclusive schools, through fundraising for student and educator enrichment.
The main charge of Friends of Solar Prep is to help bridge funding gaps between what the school district's funding provides and what is needed on our Solar campuses for higher academic achievement. Since 2016, we've raised more than $2,000,000 from grants, corporations and generous individuals. We're proud to build and support two campuses in an innovative model that brings together Dallas scholars from all parts of the community and across socio-economic backgrounds.
We need your support to fund:
- Educator Enrichment
- Student Enrichment
- Library Books
- Classroom | STEAM Supplies
- Peace Pantry
Organization name
Friends of Solar Prep
Causes
Education - Early Childhood
Operating Budget
$250,000 - $499,999
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Address
3963 Maple Ave. Suite 300