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President's Message

Chipotle Fundraiser Night

Community Impact

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The San Gabriel Educational Foundation (SEF) supports all eight SGUSD schools.

For more 
information, visit
www.SEFfor8schools.org
626-451-5465
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Click here to stay up to date with SEF on Facebook! 
The Family Resource Guide serves as a convenient document for online programming that will help benefit students during virtual learning.

Click HERE to find out more. 
Volunteer with SEF!

Are you interested in learning more about your local community education foundation and those who govern it? We invite you to to learn more about each of our dedicated board members and to contact us if you would like to join this group of dynamic individuals.  

Click here to meet our our very own community champion....Rosiris Paniagua!
Buy gas and support SEF at Mission Car Wash!

We invite you to support public education in San Gabriel by purchasing gas on Tuesdays at San Gabriel Mission Car Wash! They will donate one cent per gallon to the San Gabriel Educational Foundation to support programs at schools in SGUSD!  
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Thank you to those already signed up! 
To date, SEF has received $3080.46!
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SEF has earned $408.67 to date. The more individuals we have signed up for our cause the more money we receive. Help us earn money for free!
Volume: 38 April 2021 Issue 34
President's Message

Dear Friends of SEF,
 
Welcome spring! It’s both a busy and an exciting time in our community as students begin to return to school, competitive sports and some of the many activities that bring them joy. Reflecting on this past year, that has been filled with triumphs and tragedy, we ourselves are filled with humility and an enormous sense of gratitude. We have witnessed our community forge through challenging times rising up united and stronger than ever. We are happy to say that we are finally realizing a greater sense of the calm after the storm and that rainbows do indeed appear. 

It was an amazing year for SEF in spite of all of the challenges that COVID-19 brought us. With a continued commitment to excellence, my board and administrative team stepped forward to set rigorous yet attainable goals. Focusing on students and student achievement we progressed through the year planning, implementing and evaluating the efficacy of our programming. The courageous decisions SEF has made and the bold steps taken to move the Foundation forward over the past year has allowed us to empower our team, further our purpose, and unite with others in a shared vision to improve the lives of students. With an innovative spirit and selfless can-do attitude we will continue our work to advance our mission and promote and uphold high expectations for all stakeholders because we are fully aware the outcome is what matters most. 

As May quickly approaches we have much to celebrate. The excitement in the community continues to build as we finalize plans for our 2021 Art Exhibition kick off event...stay tuned for more details. We are incredibly grateful for the support of all of our donors, including our community and corporate sponsors, who are committed to helping strengthen the efforts of the foundation and to build a strong, healthy and creative community where all students can thrive. 
 
Today we are thrilled to highlight our gracious event sponsors, An anonymous donor advised fund at the California Community Foundation, Cathay Bank Foundation, Chick-fil-a, Pasadena and Mission Valley Free Methodist Church. Their generous backing of our inaugural event, combined with the support of the many individuals and businesses received, is a true testament to the strong community we all live and work in and the importance of the work that we do. Together we are helping to make a difference in the lives of so many and for this we are grateful. 

Lastly, as we rapidly near June, we are building our board and are in need of community members like yourselves to join us and help lead our organization into the future. Please consider volunteering within our organization. With your service, we will continue to strengthen and grow the foundation and provide students with access to academic and enrichment programs that have a lasting impact. We need you, we want to work with you, and we welcome you! 

I want to reiterate our gratitude for your continued support and wish you and your family good health and good spirits. Warmer weather and better times are here!

Sending you lots of springtime cheer,
Alison DeVriendt
SEF President 2020-2021


Questions about our organization? I encourage you to please continue to refer to our website SEFfor8schools.org and our social media page on Facebook. Please reach out to me via email at sefboardpresident@gmail.com if you would like more information on joining our team!! 
SEF Chipotle Fundraiser Night:
Wednesday, April 21st
Helping San Gabriel students never tasted so good! Mark your calendars and bring your appetites! 33% of every Chipotle order made between 5-9pm on 4/21 will go to support the students of the SGUSD. 

Date and Time: Wed. April 21st, 5:00-9:00 p.m. 
Address: 5809 Rosemead Blvd. in Temple City

Two ways to order:
1. Mention the San Gabriel Educational Foundation (SEF) fundraiser to the cashier prior to paying
2. Order online and pickup Chipotle by using the Promo Code BADRADD on the Chipotle app or website. 

Thank you for all your support!
Why SEF Matters - Understanding Impact in the Community ~ The One Thing! 
Why do you support SEF?
I support SEF because SEF supports and believes in students. During my 12 years as principal at Gabrielino, SEF has been an integral partner in helping Gabrielino build and sustain programs...

Click HERE to read more!  
Sharron Heinrich
GHS Principal
Make a Lasting Impact in Our Community! ~ Help Us Reach Our Fundraising Goal!! 
Without your support, the San Gabriel Educational Foundation would not be here today. Thank you for your commitment to our organization. You empower us to continue the ongoing efforts of our Board of Directors. 

This year we have identified unique challenges that have made our mission all the more critical. Under the leadership of SEF Board President Alison DeVriendt, the Foundation has accomplished many of its goals for the year. Our tireless volunteers care about our students, our families and our community. We appreciate more than ever how powerful and important our leadership, volunteers and donors are. 

We are less than $1,500 away from our Annual Fund Campaign goal. Please stand with us today and renew your commitment to the foundation by making a donation to SEF. We need individuals who are willing and available to develop and maintain community relationships on behalf of our students. Especially now, we are in need of your help to actively engage members of our community. Become knowledgeable about SEF and make a difference today! 

Thank you for responding to our call for action and for your willingness to make your tax deductible donation to SEF today. Together we do make a difference!! 
This email created by Board member volunteer, Kacie Bauzon. 
San Gabriel Educational Foundation
P.O. Box 1175
San Gabriel, CA 91778
626.451.5465
www.SEFfor8schools.org

The San Gabriel Educational Foundation (SEF), a 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to partnering with parents and the community to give San Gabriel Unified School District students unique learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. Since its inception in 1986, SEF has donated more than $1,000,000 to the SGUSD to provide funding for a variety of educational programs, curriculum and materials that benefit all students and schools. For more information, go to www.SEFfor8schools.org, and follow SEF on Facebook. ©2019 San Gabriel Educational Foundation.