INVESTING IN CHILDREN - ENRICHING OUR COMMUNITY
Investing in the Dreams of Every Student.
We connect community resources to support and sustain innovation in education to benefit Ventura Unified School District students.
Our all-volunteer Board of Directors also fosters community recognition of the work of district teachers and staff and enlists the participation of parents, businesses and community members in the education of our district’s children.
Years supporting innovation in Ventura Unified School District classrooms
Grants awarded to VUSD teachers, support staff, and students since our founding
Invested directly into VUSD schools and student projects
Our Mission & VISION
We mobilize community partnerships and resources to advance educational excellence, promote student well-being, and create innovative opportunities that help every child reach their full potential.
We envision a community where every student is inspired, supported, and equipped to succeed through equitable access to exceptional educational opportunities and the collective commitment of educators, partners, and donors.
VEP GRANTS
Making Innovation Possible
Staff Grants
We support VUSD staff with funding for innovative projects for the classroom and beyond, extending and enriching students’ learning experiences and well-being.
Student Grants
Students bring their boldest ideas to life through grants that fund projects enriching the learning experiences and well-being of their peers and classmates.
Past Recipients
Meet the teachers, support staff and students whose projects have made a lasting impact across Ventura Unified schools.
Why Innovation?
Because it’s vital for our children to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Innovation fosters real world problem solving, lifelong learning, collaboration and more ~ skills that connect students to school now and are essential for future success.
How You Can Help
Getting Involved
Join our Board
Support all VUSD schools and students while volunteering with fun, passionate supporters of public education. We are an all-volunteer board always looking for caring community members interested in supporting our efforts in fundraising, community outreach, and VEPGrant involvement.
Contact Nancy Maxson: nmaxsonvep@gmail.com or Michael Tapia: mtapiavep@gmail.com for more information and to volunteer.
Make a Donation
Your gift today champions an educator, transforms a classroom and deepens students’ learning experiences.
You can donate by mailing a check to the Ventura Education Partnership or via website by clicking the button below.
Ready to make an impact?
We are a 100% volunteer organization. Your time, talent, or treasure directly
supports Ventura classrooms.