The Foundation For Vancouver Public Schools And IQ Credit Union Join Forces To Support Students And Families -08/16/24

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools and iQ Credit Union Join Forces to Support Students and Families - Vancouver, WA – August 15, 2024
 

The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools is thrilled to announce the generous support of iQ Credit Union in our annual staff campaign. iQ Credit Union, a valued partner in our ongoing mission to support students, has pledged to match the first $20,000 in donations made by Vancouver Public School (VPS) employees. The annual staff campaign is a cornerstone of our efforts to empower VPS employees, who play a crucial role in shaping the future of our students. Through their dedication and contributions, these employees go above and beyond to ensure that students and their families receive the resources and support they need to succeed. The partnership with iQ Credit Union amplifies the impact of this campaign, doubling the first $20,000 made by our committed staff. This collaboration highlights iQ Credit Union's deep commitment to supporting children and families in our community. 
 

“As a credit union founded by teachers, iQ has always focused on education and the vital contributions of educators. Our partnership with the Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools is a reflection of our ongoing commitment to helping those who inspire and educate the next generation. We are proud to stand with VPS employees in ensuring that every student has what they need to succeed,” shares Ali Migaki, Chief Experience Officer for iQ Credit Union. 
 

Their matching gift will significantly enhance our ability to support students, whether through basic needs, enrichment opportunities, or educational programs that help them thrive both inside and outside the classroom. “iQ Credit Union has been a vital partner in our community, consistently stepping up to ensure that the next generation has the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. This match of $20,000 in donations is yet another example of their dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students,” states Jenny Thompson, Executive Director of the Foundation for VPS.

 

The Foundation is calling on all VPS employees to join this impactful campaign and take advantage of this generous match opportunity. Every dollar donated will go directly towards supporting students and ensuring that they have access to the resources and opportunities they need to have a brighter future. For more information about the staff campaign or to make a donation, please visit https://foundationforvps.org/staffcampaign/ 
 

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The Foundation for Vancouver Public Schools is an independent, 501(c)3 educational non-profit corporation established in 1988 to support Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). Governed by a volunteer board of directors made up of business, community, and education leaders, the foundation creates opportunities to cultivate and inspire student success. As an educational non-profit entity, the foundation serves students at all 40 VPS schools and programs, providing direct aid to students facing learning barriers due to economic need, as well as financial assistance for learning enrichment and mentoring programs that cannot be funded by the school district. The Foundation for VPS is supported by donations from school employees, parents, students, community members, businesses and foundations.