Who decides how the money is spent?

The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation Board of Directors has final approval of grant awards as recommended by the Grant Committee. This committee is responsible for the review of proposals for projects and programs that will improve and   enhance classroom education.

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Where does the money go?

Several grant proposals are submitted to the Education Foundation each year. Proposals received by LEAF undergo an extensive review process. The number of grants awarded depends upon the amount of money raised through the Education  Foundation's annual fundraising events. Events include Men Who Cook and Surf's Up, School's Out with the Triumphs.

Can LCISD mandate how the money is to be used?                                                                        

The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. It is not a part of the school district and is governed by its own Board of Directors. The money contributed to the Foundation can only be used by the Foundation under the direction of its Board of Directors      .

Grants funded over last eight years by LEAF: