The Ladera Ranch Education Foundation was established in 2004 when Ladera homeowners Sherry Brooks and Jan Virant thought there was more that could be done by our community for our children.
The purpose of the Ladera Ranch Education Foundation grant program is to support the public schools that serve the community of Ladera Ranch and to provide funds to enrich the learning environment, motivate students, and enhance instructional effectiveness. Grants are awarded on an annual basis and the success of LREF fund raising events directly impacts the amount of funds that are awarded to schools each year.
In 2008, the Gala generated over $40,000 and LREF was able to grant funds to various curriculum areas including reading, math, social studies and music. Since it’s incorporation in July 2004, LREF has granted over $109,000 through it’s fund raising efforts.
Net funds from the 2009 Ten Gallon Gala will help to fund the LREF grant awards.
For more information on Ladera Ranch events, please go to Rock the Park for their upcoming event and Ten Gallon Gala for a prior event.