Make a difference in education

Transforming lives through education by empowering students and inspiring futures

22,000

STUDENTS

53

SCHOOLS

84%

OF STUDENTS ARE PEOPLE OF COLOR

2,100

TEACHERS

$518MM

BUDGET

67%

OF STUDENTS ARE CONSIDERED “ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED“

Enriching lives, building brighter futures

Together with Richmond Public Schools, we passionately cultivate resources, forge community connections, and empower students for a successful journey through education, college, career, and community.

Invest in the future of Richmond.

Join us as we prove what’s possible in our state capital.

Passion4Learning

Our commitment to diverse learning pathways.

Passion4Reading

Our commitment to reading by Grade 3.

Passion4Teaching

Our commitment to recruiting and retaining the very best.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Join us in supporting student dreams!

Donate

We fund music and arts, college readiness, teacher training, after-school programming, and so much more.

Fund a college scholarship

Support first-generation college students by funding scholarships for recent grads.

Support a classroom

With our partner Donors Choose, we provide teachers with the ability to request donations for classroom needs.

Volunteer

Volunteers are critical part of the support network for our teachers and students.

Dreams4RPS
5 Priorities

Exciting & rigorous teaching & learning

Skilled and supported staff

Safe & loving school cultures

Deep partnership with families & community

Modern systems & infrastructure