FPPS awards a record 135 fall grants

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

Help Families Affected by SNAP Benefit Suspension

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

Three FPPS Grant Opportunities Now Available!

The Foundation for Portland Public Schools offers a variety of grant opportunities for Portland Public Schools staff and families. We have three main grant areas, all of which are accepting applications now: Equity and Innovation Fall Grants, designed to support classroom innovations which enhance learning experiences for students in Portland Public Schools in response to … Read more

Donation of School Supplies in Lieu of Wedding Gifts

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!  ✏️🖍️💕

PPS Food Fund Grant Applications Open August 25 to October 1, 2025

The Portland Public Schools (PPS) Food Fund is a collaboration of the Foundation for PPS and Food Fuels Learning (FFL) and is made possible through generous donations by the community. The PPS Food Fund was established to provide community members the opportunity to invest in grassroots, school-based projects that build food security for PPS students … Read more