WALNUT CREEK EDUCATION FOUNDATION
​ELEVATING EDUCATION SINCE 1983

FROM TK THROUGH GRADUATION, YOUR DONATIONS MATTERS

Due to a lack of state funding resulting from voter decisions in the 1980s, public schools rely on funds raised by education foundations like WCEF. 

​As frustrating as it can feel, we don't want you to worry about the education your child receives in our Walnut Creek schools. Foundations like ours allow families to invest in your child's education with tax-deductible donations and, ultimately, invest in our community.

Well-funded schools don't just create well-rounded, prepared graduates.
Good schools connect our community, maintain property values, and produce the next generation of thoughtful, engaged leaders.

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California ranks far below the national average when it comes to public school funding despite having the nation's largest economy. This has created a funding gap affecting all students. Here in Walnut Creek, our 5,000 students receive less than the California average, threatening academic and wellness programs.

Here are a few ways this funding gap negatively impacts your child:

• Less teachers and/or lower pay
• No STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) programs offered in schools
• Limited electives at middle school
• Fewer college readiness electives at the high school level
• Reduced library hours and programs
• Elimination of school nurses and counselors from TK-12

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Per student funding
​Breakdown:

HoW YOUR Donation to WCEF ​helpS bridge the funding gap:

• Enrichment programs in the Arts, Music, Sciences, Math from TK-12
• Help reduce teacher to student ratio
• Support middle and high school STEAM electives
• Keep library doors open
• Increase high school Advanced Placement and elective offerings
• ​Provide an on-campus Wellness Center at Las Lomas to support social-emotional needs of students​

DONATING IS EASY!

Decide how much youR
​FAMILY CAN contribute

All gifts, regardless of size, help add and maintain programs, offset the deficit, and stabilize the budget. We know budgets vary; please give what you can.

Plus, our new donor levels make it easy to find the right donation amount.

DONATE ONLINE​ with credit card, e-check or Venmo

​New for 2021-22, multiple levels based on $2.50, $2.00, or $1.50 a day, per student.
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Set up a monthly donation or give one time. For those looking to avoid fees, we accept Venmo and e-checks!

pay by check
and/or Give Stock​​

 For checks, complete THIS FORM ​and mail it along with your check to:
​WCEF TK-12, P.O. Box 186
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
For stock gifts, email contact@wcefk12.org

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​(DID YOU KNOW IT'S EASY TO DOUBLE YOUR GIFT? MANY EMPLOYERS MATCH 1:1. LEARN MORE HERE.) ​

HOW IT WORKS

Parents and community members donate to WCEF

WCEF grants the money to the Walnut Creek and Acalanes School Districts.
​In 2021-22, WCEF has promised $1.3 million

The districts distribute the money to pay for salaries, programs, and additional classes at our schools

where does the money go?

GRADES TK-5

• Enrichment programs in the Arts, Music, and Science Lab
• Salaries for 20+ Instructional Specialists 
• Library support

GRADES 6-8

• Additional electives (Robotics, Computer Sciences, Digital Arts, Music, World Languages & more) 
• ​Full-time Credentialed Librarian 
• Math Coach to deepen instruction and learning

GRADES 9-12

• 13 additional core academic classes - ensuring the 7-period day, smaller class sizes, more student choice
• More classes geared toward college readiness like Advanced Placement
• Career pathways like Medical Careers, Auto Engineering, Hospitality
• ​Support of the Wellness Center, serving the social-emotional needs of all students
• Technology for students without access

Watch your donations At work! 

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MORE WAYS to CONTRIBUTE

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Our Community

These dedicated community members understand that a dynamic and successful school district helps attract families that sustain a healthy community.

Realtor Spotlight

REBECCA BURNS
​Realtor, COMPASS

Understanding the connection between top-rated schools and a thriving city, Rebecca is committed to funding our schools beyond the basics. A consistent partner and parent in our district, we can't thank Rebecca enough for all she does!

Business Spotlight

Dr. Bridget Powers
Smile Power orthodontics

Smile Power is a new Platinum Sponsor after just recently opening a state-of-the-art facility across the street from WCI. We are so grateful for their investment in our schools and community. 

Community Spotlight

LISA SUN
Community Donor

Lisa is one of those people we are absolutely thrilled to have on our donor list and involved. She's an avid supporter with her time and resources— even after her son graduated. A former WCEF president, we thank you, Lisa!

WHO WE ARE

WCEF, led by a passionate volunteer board comprised of parents and community members, raises funds to cover the cost of essential STEAM programs, salaries & technology necessary to engage and inspire our kids.

MISSION

The Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF TK-12) raises funds to preserve and enhance the education of each student in the Walnut Creek School District and Las Lomas High School in the Acalanes Union High School District through a broad-based community effort.

​Find out more about the Walnut Creek Education foundation team:

Meet The WHOLE Team!

WHY WE DONATE

Christine & James Kohne
BV parents

"We are so excited about science lab & the arts at Buena Vista. We can't believe how fortunate our kids are with weekly music and science lab. The Specialist programs are truly great!"."

Sarah Talach
TICE CREEK PARENT​

“When my son was in Kindergarten, I didn't quite understand the significant role donations to WCEF play in my child's education. As I learned more, I realized that without WCEF's support students would not have the opportunity to work with amazing specialists who enhance learning while making it fun!”

T. Otten
Murwood Parent

"I initially was taken aback by donations of any kind for public schools but when I learned how it directly benefited my child, I couldn’t say no. It was that important to me. If you can’t make the full donation, donate what you can."

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When your child enters kindergarten the last thing
​you want to think about is high school graduation.
​So we think about it for you.​

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