Fund for Educational Excellence

The Fund for Educational Excellence (Fund) is an independent nonprofit organization working to close the equity and opportunity gaps for all students in Baltimore City Public Schools. Founded in 1984 as Baltimore Citys only public education fund, the Fund works as a trusted partner with the school district, students and parents, funders, advocates, and local nonprofits. This unique position allows the Fund to identify educational needs and complex issues, offer honest insight, develop creative solutions, and collaborate with a diverse group of community stakeholders to implement effective practices that benefit Baltimores youth. Our work is guided by a commitment to systemic change to reverse decades of public policy decisions that have disproportionately hurt and disadvantaged students of color. We are dedicated to making Baltimore City Public Schools a district where every child receives ample resources and support necessary to thrive academically and succeed in college, career an...