Coronavirus Relief Fund
$1,100,000 Distributed to PPS Students & Families
The Fund for PPS raised and distributed more than $1.1 million in direct aid to PPS students and families impacted by the pandemic. We worked with school-based staff (e.g., counselors, social workers), and Funded Programs (e.g., McKinney-Vento/students experiencing homelessness, Indian Education, Migrant Education) to identify families and provide support. A pie chart shows the amount of aid provided in four broad categories and is followed by descriptions of each category.
Grocery retail and bank gift cards to PPS families
Awards to community-based organizations serving PPS students and families
Wifi, Internet Connectivity; Home Classroom Kits for Distance Learning for PPS students
Utility bill and childcare payments for PPS families, and other emergency support
The Fund is grateful for the generous contributions we have received from over 800 individual donors, including more than 200 PPS educators, from philanthropic organizations, and from business partners. We would also like to thank the Oregon Health Authority for awarding a large grant to our Relief Fund. Visit our Partners page.
We’re committed to supporting students and families as they continue to be affected by the health crisis and economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. The Coronavirus Relief Fund is accepting donations for direct support to communities most in need. For more information on the Relief Fund, see FAQs.
Please contact info@fundforpps.org if you are considering a donation of $1,000 or greater. Gifts of $1,000+ will be recognized in our Annual Report, and gifts of $5,000+ will be included on our Partners Page.
All donations are tax-deductible and could qualify for an employer match. Check with your employer for eligibility.
The Fund for PPS may use up to 5% to cover administrative fees for the operation of the Coronavirus Relief Fund.
We accept gifts from donor-advised funds (DAF). Please reference:
The Fund for Portland Public Schools
Coronavirus Relief Fund
501 North Dixon Street, Portland OR 97227
Tax ID 84-2040549
Contact: info@fundforpps.org