Powered by the Community: Celebrating Our 2025–2026 Impact
As the 2025–26 school year draws to a close, the Edmonton Public Schools Foundation is looking back with immense gratitude on another incredible year of making a meaningful difference for thousands of students across the Division — all thanks to the generosity of staff, students, partners, donors and volunteers.
Here is a look at some of what we achieved this year - together:
By the numbers
- More than 1,600 items were donated during the Pack the Pack School Supplies Drive at Kingsway Mall
- 482 Chromebooks were delivered to students across 81 schools through Chromebooks for Kids
- 88 schools received funding to provide nutritious breakfasts, snacks and lunches to approximately 4,700 students daily through Top-ups for Tummies
- 3 Fresh Hoops courts are currently in progress, and another 5 are scheduled to begin this summer
- 25 Full-day Kindergarten schools received funding to purchase over 3,600 books, which were enjoyed by more than 1,650 students
- Kindergarten to Grade 3 classroom libraries at 15 schools had over 5,750 books gifted, which were enjoyed by more than 3,400 students
- Approximately $2,500 was raised through the Move for Kids Movement Challenge
Your support is more than a financial gift - it’s also a powerful vote of confidence in public education, a direct investment in the potential of students and proof of what we can achieve when we stand together.
Read more about what you made possible this school year! Visit the Celebrating Our 2025–2026 Impact Blog Post for more information.
We’re Recruiting New Board Members!
Strong public education builds strong communities. The Edmonton Public Schools Foundation’s mission is to level the playing field for students coming to the classroom at a disadvantage.
We are seeking new volunteer board members for our advisory and community-facing Board.
Board members act as Foundation ambassadors and advocates, focusing primarily on raising funds and awareness for Edmonton Public Schools.
Time Commitment: 4–8 hours per month, including bi-monthly 90-minute meetings. Committee work is available and may add to the suggested time commitment. The term for these volunteer positions is three years.
We’re looking for community representatives with skills in:
- Business, Governance, or Marketing/Communications
- Fundraising and Community Relations
- A strong interest in supporting public education
If this sounds like you, please send us a letter of interest and resume to Foundation@epsb.ca by July 31, 2026. The letter of interest should include an overview of your background and detail why you’re interested in supporting education.
For further information on this opportunity, please read more on our website or contact us at Foundation@epsb.ca if you have any questions!
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Breaking the Silence Mental Health Walk and Run
What an incredible turnout for mental health! On Saturday, June 13, 1,700 participants of all ages laced up for the Breaking the Silence Mental Health Walk and Run. It was a beautiful day of movement, connection and open conversations about the importance of mental health in our community.
The Edmonton Public Schools Foundation is grateful to be the recipient of a $12,000 donation from this year’s event!
Breaking the Silence has generously donated a total of $34,000 to the Edmonton Public Schools Foundation since 2024, funding programs and resources that help students build resilience, feel connected and reach their full potential. Past funding has supported BLUES Program Training for EPSB Mental Health Therapists and Wellness Coaches and has also supported the purchase of Mental Health Resource Kits, all in support of students.
To the organizers, the volunteers and every single person who walked, ran, or donated: thank you. Together, we can break the silence and build a healthier community!
To the Graduating Class of 2026
As we near the end of the school year, the Edmonton Public Schools Foundation extends its best wishes to all students for a successful and happy year-end. We also send our heartfelt congratulations to the graduating Class of 2026 as they complete this incredible milestone and look forward to the future!
We asked our Foundation board members, “if you could go back to the end of Grade 12 and give yourself one piece of advice, what would it be”? Here are some of the great responses that we received!
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Coming in 2026–27
The work of the Foundation continues over the summer — preparing next year’s programming, connecting with community partners and laying the groundwork for an even greater impact in the coming school year.
Keep up to date on what we are up to over the summer by visiting our website, reading our newsletters and following us on social media!
Have a wonderful, safe and sun-filled summer!