Andrea Weisman Summers

We have just awarded more grants than ever before in our almost 20 year grant-making history! For the first time, we awarded grants of up to $2,000 via three different grant programs at the same time. 135 grants totaling $144,554 will benefit students across 17 schools in the district this school year including: 101 Equity & … Read more

On Tuesday, October 21, Maine received news that the 12.5% of Mainers who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, also known as food stamps, won’t receive this vital aid in November as a result of the federal government shutdown. (See the Portland Press Herald and Maine Public for more information.) The Foundation for Portland Public Schools is working … Read more

Sam and Elliot Leopold got married this summer and instead of registering for gifts, they asked their friends and family to make donations. They collected backpacks, school supplies, and classroom supplies and brought them to FPPS. We’re thrilled to distribute these to students and teachers. Thank you, Sam and Elliot!  ✏️🖍️💕

We’re thrilled to announce that we have received a $1 million donation, half of which is earmarked for supporting arts and music education in the Portland Public Schools system. The donation, made by anonymous donors through the Maine Community Foundation, will allow FPPS to build on existing arts and music programs and launch a new … Read more