Edmonton Catholic Schools Foundation Supports Students and Their Families

In the 2024-2025 school year, the Edmonton Catholic Schools Foundation remained steadfast in its core mission: to uplift vulnerable children across the Edmonton Catholic School Division. The Foundation directly impacts students' well-being and academic success by providing crucial resources such as nutritious meals, essential mental health support, and funding for extracurricular activities. This ensures that financial hardship doesn't hinder a child's ability to learn, grow, and fully participate in their Catholic education.

Over the past school year, the Foundation’s Dreams for Kids campaign disbursed a total of $552,852 across the Division. This was achieved through 168 grants, which impacted 21,522 students and community members.

Some specific grants over the past year include:

• Sponsored 1,309,360 snacks/meals across 28 high-needs schools, which will support 6,934 students in 2025
• Supported wellness animal sessions for multiple high-needs schools, aiding students experiencing anxiety or stress
• Subsidized educational and recreational field trip costs for low-income students, so they may experience the wonders of their community
• Assisted in the creation of calming and reflective spaces for students, such as a garden and a sensory room
• Subsidized medical costs, such as hearing aids and emergency dental care
• Provided emergency financial assistance for numerous families in crisis

As the Edmonton Catholic Schools Foundation looks ahead, its commitment to these students remains unwavering. The Foundation eagerly anticipates close collaboration with the Edmonton Catholic School Division throughout the 2025-2026 school year. Together, we can continue to build a supportive environment where every child, regardless of their circumstances, has the chance to thrive academically and personally, reinforcing the Division's dedication to inclusive and compassionate education.