Got a great idea for your class or school? We can help fund it.

We’re here to help Beaverton educators bring your ideas to life. If you’re looking to engage your students creatively and expand your students’ opportunities to learn, you’re in the right place.

How BEF supports educators (and students)

Beaverton's Choice

Classroom Awards

Purpose: Expand your classroom learning opportunities

A community-driven, fee-free crowdfunding platform where every dollar supports classrooms directly — without third-party markups or administrative fees.

WHO: Any BSD Staff Member

WHEN: September – May

AMOUNT: up to $2,500

Kids Count Grants

Large-Scale Initiative Grants

Purpose: Grants support student-engaged learning opportunities over an extended school year, extended school day, and classroom or cross-disciplinary innovations.

WHO: Any BSD staff member

WHEN: Letters of Inquiry for summer 2026 and the 2026-27 school year should be submitted by February 6, 2026. Submission of a full proposal is by invitation from BEF. Award decisions will be made before spring break.

AMOUNT: up to $15,000

Emerging Needs

Evolving Student Opportunities

Purpose: As new challenges and opportunities increasingly become part of the daily realities of our community, BEF has a proven model for supporting student needs.

We know that needs will continue to change, and BEF is ready to respond.

Our Awards Make an Impact

Harnessing the Sun: 8th Graders to Engineer a Sustainable Future

Beaverton eighth graders are diving into the world of renewable energy through a new hands-on science unit designed to bridge the gap between classroom concepts and real-world career paths. This project-based learning experience empowers students to explore the impacts of energy production while building the technical skills needed for Oregon’s growing clean energy workforce.

Transforming Middle Schoolers’ Success in Math

To ensure middle schoolers aren't left behind by the label "bad at math," BEF is transforming math intervention into a hands-on journey of discovery through interactive tools and targeted support to build lasting academic confidence.

Positive Early Results for After-School Academic Support

In the 2025-26 academic year, Beaverton Education Foundation is investing in after school academic support for English language learner students at 4 Beaverton School District Title I elementary schools. Each school is taking a slightly different approach, and the mid-year results are all pointing toward successful outcomes for these students.

STEM in the classroom

BEF's Building STEAM 4 All Initiative teams up with the district and local businesses to engage students in hands-on, experiential learning. Thanks to the support of Analog Devices and First Tech Federal Credit Union, additional tech learning tools are now available to teachers through the Innovation Lending Library. This library is available to all schools across the district, especially in weekly "tech specials" taught at the elementary schools level. In January, tech instructors came together for a special morning of professional development and to learn about the new equipment available in the Lending Library.