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Congratulations to CUSD’s 2026 graduates and recipients of CEF’s 218 scholarships, including the new Teaching With Grace award honoring a Perry High alumna.

The Chandler community came together in a big way for CEF's Winner’s Choice Raffle. The fundraiser raised $124,810 for scholarships and programs benefiting students across all 48 Chandler Unified School District schools. Congratulations to this year's winner, CUSD school leader Janeen Scaringelli!

Thanks to generous community support of our Cash For Classrooms fundraiser, CEF awarded 75 grants to teachers, counselors, and educators at 40 schools across CUSD!

Chandler Education Foundations awards 237 scholarships totaling $329,200 to the CUSD class of 2025 - the largest amount distributed in the Foundation's history!

CEF is proud to support Landon’s Legacy Foundation in bringing CPR/AED and Seizure Response Training to Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) staff.

Winner's Choice Raffle raises more than $121,000 for CUSD schools and scholarships. Winning ticket holder is a Paraeducator at Payne Junior High.

CEF announces the return of its highly anticipated Winner’s Choice Car or Cash Raffle, now with even more ways to win!

Application now open for more than $200,000 in student scholarship funding for CUSD seniors. Deadline is March 24, 2025.

Over the past 10 years, the Subaru Superstore of Chandler has donated more than $370,000, funding Lifelong Learning scholarships for CUSD teachers.

The Chandler Education Foundation (CEF) is thrilled to announce a record-breaking $179,438 has been awarded through the 2024 Cash for Classrooms program.

CEF raises record funds for CUSD through support from local business community.

8 Reasons CUSD high school students should participate in the IMPACT Chandler program.

CEF annual Cash For Classrooms fundraiser aims to raise $130K for teacher-requested innovation and enrichment grants.

Compadres, Intel, and Subaru donate a combined $85,000 to CEF in support of CUSD students and teachers.

CEF announces the launch of enhanced sponsorship packages to offer corporate supporters with more transparent and sustainable benefits for investing in education.

Record 213 financial scholarships awarded thanks to the success of the Winner’s Choice Raffle Fundraiser–and the field of exceptional applicants. 

The 21st Winner’s Choice Raffle moved online this year raising more than $151,880 for service-oriented IMPACT Chandler Scholarships and school resources. 

CEF is honored to have been named a Collaborating Partner for the Toyota Driving Possibilities grant. This initiative brings up to $3.8 million over five years to Chandler schools to prepare students for future careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).

IMPACT Chandler program students emerge not only academically proficient but also as compassionate leaders poised to make a lasting impact on society.

Cash for Classrooms fundraiser channels community support into grants that enable innovative projects, enriching the learning experiences of students across Chandler Unified School District.

Chandler Education Foundation raffle Grand Prize winner offered choice between $27,000 towards a Toyota vehicle or $20,000 cash; proceeds benefit Chandler Unified schools and scholarships.

Tips to help students prepare and stand out in the competitive world of scholarship applications.

CEF launches Donor Scholarship application process for students graduating from Chandler Unified High Schools in 2024. 

Made possible through support from its partner Northrup Grumman, the Chandler Education Foundation awarded $5,000 in STEM funding to both Willis and Andersen Junior High Schools.

On Giving Tuesday, every contribution counts, whether monetarily or otherwise. Check out these ways that you can participate in Giving Tuesday.