Supporting Innovative Learning in Grand Ledge Public Schools
We bring community support together to fund classroom grants and educational opportunities that make a meaningful difference for students and educators
What We Do
The Grand Ledge Education Foundation raises money from community support to provide grants for classroom opportunities across Grand Ledge Public Schools. These grants fund innovative programs, projects, and experiences that enrich learning for students and support educators. By connecting community resources with classroom needs, we help turn good ideas into meaningful educational impact.
Our Mission
The mission of the Grand Ledge Education Foundation is the mobilize community resources to support innovative and enriching educational opportunities. This is accomplished through projects and initiatives designed to enhance student performance and expand quality academic experiences in preparation for the challenges of the future.
The Grand Ledge Education Foundation believes that every child can learn and succeed. We expect to effectively nurture community interest in the schools, forge new alliances, and institute programs and initiatives to raise student performance to its highest potential.
Our Impact
$35,000 +
Awarded in classroom grants since 2021
100%
GLPS K-12 buildings with GLEF grants awarded in the 2025-2026 school year.
300+
Community members participating to raise funds for GLEF in 2025
24
Years supporting Grand Ledge Public Schools learners and educators
Grant Impact Highlights
Here’s a glimpse into a few of the GLEF grants for 2025-2026.
GLEF’s grant for Unified Sports at Beagle and Hayes allowed the growing program to purchase new equipment. Unified Sports programs bring together students with and without disabilities.
GLEF’s grant for new botany equipment helps support a new elective science class at the high school. Students are growing their own plants as well as designing and running their own experiments.
GLEF’s grant for the High Schools’ Comet TV program will allow the class to add new equipment for their broadcasts.
Our Major Fundraisers
Community support makes our work possible. Two signature events each year help fund classroom grants and enrichment opportunities for Grand Ledge students.
Comet Chase 5K
Held each June, the Comet Chase 5K has been GLEF’s signature fundraiser for approximately 20 years.
This year’s race is on June 13, 2026
Trivia Night
A new addition to GLEF’s fundraiser lineup, our Trivia Night Fundraiser will be a winter-time staple.
Ways to Give & Sponsor
Community support makes classroom grants possible. Whether you’re giving as an individual, family, or business, your contribution directly supports students and educators.
Donate
Make a one-time or recurring gift to support classroom grants and educational opportunities throughout the district.
Sponsor
Academic year sponsorships support the Comet Chase 5K and Trivia Night while providing visibility for local businesses and organizations.
Participate
Join us at the Comet Chase 5k or Trivia Night
Every gift — large or small — helps turn great ideas into meaningful learning experiences.