Keller ISD Education Foundation

EVERY CLASSROOM HAS A STORY

A teacher with an innovative idea. A student waiting for an opportunity. A classroom that needs just one more resource to unlock a child's potential.

At the Keller ISD Education Foundation, we exist to turn those stories into reality. Through educator grants, the O.N.E. Fund, professional development scholarships, and districtwide initiatives, we remove barriers so teachers can do what they do best—change lives.

Every dollar given through North Texas Giving Day stays right here in Keller ISD, directly supporting the educators and students who make our community extraordinary. Because when teachers are empowered, students flourish. And when students flourish, our entire community has a brighter future.

FUELING CLASSROOM INNOVATION

Each year, the Keller ISD Education Foundation invests in innovative teaching and learning through Educator Grants and Professional Development Scholarships that empower educators to dream bigger for their students. Whether it's creating hands-on STEM experiences, expanding literacy programs, enhancing fine arts, or bringing new technology into the classroom, these grants help transform creative ideas into meaningful learning opportunities.

During the 2025–2026 school year, KEF invested more than $150,000 in educators, students, and district initiatives, including 47 Educator Grants totaling $124,487 and 13 Professional Development Scholarships totaling $20,000. Every grant awarded represents more than funding—it represents students discovering new passions, teachers bringing innovative ideas to life, and classrooms filled with opportunities that might not otherwise exist.

When you give to KEF, you're helping educators create extraordinary experiences that inspire learning for years to come.

MEETING EVERY NEED

Sometimes the most meaningful investments aren't the biggest ones—they're the ones that arrive at exactly the right moment.

The O.N.E. Fund was created for those moments. When teachers have searched every avenue and still find themselves needing essential classroom resources, KEF is there to help. From basic supplies to instructional materials that keep learning moving forward, the O.N.E. Fund removes barriers so educators can stay focused on what matters most: their students.

Last year alone, the O.N.E. Fund invested more than $38,000 to fund 103 classroom projects across 27 Keller ISD campuses, ensuring educators had access to the resources they needed without having to reach into their own pockets.

Because no teacher should have to choose between meeting the needs of their students and paying for those needs themselves.

INVESTING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

The Keller ISD Education Foundation believes some of the greatest opportunities come from investing beyond individual classrooms. By partnering with Keller ISD, we identify districtwide needs and develop programs that enrich learning for students, educators, and families across our community.

From supporting student health and wellness through the HOPE Squad, investing in Career Exploration, Aviation, Fine Arts, and Elementary Theatre, to celebrating educators and providing districtwide testing support, KEF is committed to creating opportunities that strengthen education across Keller ISD.

One of our newest initiatives, the KEF Mobile Classroom, brings hands-on, TEKS-aligned learning experiences directly to campuses throughout the district. Featuring engaging lessons in STEM, career exploration, mathematics, and fine arts, the Mobile Classroom gives teachers ready-to-use resources while providing students with unforgettable learning experiences. Because it travels from campus to campus, one investment continues to inspire students year after year.

THE STORY CONTINUES WITH YOU

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Every educator deserves the resources and support to inspire the next generation. Your gift to the Keller ISD Education Foundation makes that possible.

Whether you're funding an innovative classroom grant, meeting an immediate need through the O.N.E. Fund, or helping expand districtwide programs like the KEF Mobile Classroom, your generosity creates opportunities that change lives. Together, we are investing in stronger classrooms, empowered educators, and brighter futures for every student in Keller ISD.

Join us this North Texas Giving Day and help shape the future—one student, one classroom, and one opportunity at a time.