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TUSD Employee Programs
Educator Programs
We have a long-standing history of providing resources which help TUSD educators provide an enriching education for students. Through individual and corporate donations, grants, and community support, EEF has built a solid foundation of support for our programs.
Evelyn Jay Excellence in Education Award
Nominees must be current TUSD K-3 teachers, librarians,
literacy specialists, or resource teachers who demonstrate exceptional skill in successfully
developing K-3 reading skills employing inspiring, innovative, and creative
techniques.
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We accept nominations throughout the year.
Winners will be announced in May 2025.
“Thank you so much for this incredible opportunity! I am confident that the mindfulness skills I will be able to teach students with these tools will be as helpful now as ever. I am incredibly appreciative of your organization and all of the work that you do. “
Sarah Howe, School Counselor
Harold Steele Elementary School
Fiscally Sponsored Projects
As a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, EEF is able to serve as a fiscal sponsor for parent and community
groups seeking to accomplish EEF mission-compatible projects for Tucson Unified teachers, students, and school sites. EEF’s Fiscal Sponsorship program provides financial management and administrative services to help make valuable community-initiated projects a reality for the Tucson Unified community and schools.
For more information about applying for fiscal sponsorship, please call or email the EEF office.
"I cannot thank EEF enough for your incredibly generous donation (of art supplies)! I felt like a kid in a candy shop and you really made my day!"
Laura Namerow, Art Teacher
Booth Fickett K8 Math Science Magnet School.