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What is the Lewiston Education Fund?
The Lewiston Education Fund (LEF), established in 2002, is a nonprofit organization created to fund projects and programs that expand educational opportunities, foster creativity, and enhance academic excellence in Lewiston's public schools.
Why is the LEF needed?
Economic development and quality of life in Lewiston are directly linked to quality public education. LEF will take advantage of new creative opportunities that will foster ongoing excellence in our schools and might otherwise be unaffordable. LEF is not organized to replace the responsibility of the public for the regular operating budget of the school system.
How is the LEF organized?
LEF is governed by an independent Board of Directors of community leaders and educators. The Board determines policies, provides leadership in fundraising and grant making, and ensures that gifts to LEF are used in accordance with donors' wishes. LEF is independent from the School Committee but endorsed by it.
Where do the funds come from?
LEF grants are made possible through the generous contributions of many businesses and individuals, including Peter Geiger, LL Bean, TD Banknorth, and Wal-Mart, to mention just a few. The 11-member Board has awarded numerous grants proposed by educators, individually and collaboratively, that impact students of all ages. It is especially proud of LEF's signature project, S.T.A.R.T. "Steps to Accomplishing Real-life Transitions" at the Lewiston Middle School, designed to encourage greater aspirations at a critical time in student scholastic development. Donors can also specify that contributions be added to a special project or to LEF’s endowment, which will provide a perpetual income source for programs long into the future. Consider a special gift to honor community members or to memorialize loved ones and provide a lasting legacy that will touch the lives of children for generations to come.
How is the endowment managed?
LEF is committed to the long-term growth and security of the funds placed in its trust. The Maine Community Foundation, which manages numerous endowments in Maine, was selected to professionally manage the assets in the fund's endowment.
Founding LEF Board Members
Margaret Rotundo, Chair
Leon Levesque, Secretary
Richard Albert
Filomena Day
Peter Geiger
Lewiston Education Fund • 36 Oak Street • Lewiston, ME 04240
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