Managed Funds & Scholarships
FPPS is pleased to work with a variety of individuals and organizations to create and manage
funds in the interest of schools and students.
For more information about any of these programs, please contact info@foundationforpps.org.
The Annetta Weatherhead Fund at Reiche School
provides flexible and easily-accessible financial resources to improve the lives of Reiche students and enhance their educational opportunities.
Barbara Anderson Scholarships
recognize first generation college students from Portland High School who demonstrate strong academic achievement and financial need.
Make It Happen! Scholarships
provide four years of financial support for immigrant or refugee students at Deering HIgh School students who have been accepted to college.
Rising Tide Awards
provide summer opportunities for students from immigrant families to pursue academic and personal interests, strengthen college applications, and develop leadership skills.
SolaRise
funds construction of solar arrays on school buildings through advocacy and collaboration between students, the City of Portland, environmental groups, and funders.
Step Up Awards
allow recipients at Portland High School to participate in extracurricular opportunities by decreasing the need to work after school and/or on weekends.
Thompson Scholarships
honor two Brown Medal Scholars and two poets graduating from Portland High School each year