Welcome to the Visalia Education Foundation
Scholars and Spurs Round Up
March 21, 2026
Major grants fund a wide range of proposals related to innovative projects that are aligned to standards-based curriculum. These grants are for project requests greater than $500 that will benefit students for multiple years. Proposals are accepted from VUSD employees representing all grade levels (preschool through adult education). Funds can be used to purchase equipment for classroom use, technology software, supplementary curriculum, as well as other necessities to aid in project completion. Proposals requesting funds to pay for field trips or items given directly to students will not be considered.
Mini-grants fund project requests up to $500, and proposals should reflect creative, innovative educational projects. Proposals are accepted from VUSD employees representing all grade levels (preschool through adult education). Funds can be used to purchase items such as materials, supplies, and equipment necessary for the completion of these projects. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to complete projects within the current school year. Proposals requesting funds to pay for field trips or items given directly to students will not be considered.
Tax ID: 94-2900046
Visalia Education Foundation - Who Are We?
2024-2025 Mini and Major Grants Awarded
Scenes From Our 2025 Round Up Event
The Visalia Education Foundation (VEF) is a non-profit public benefit corporation whose purpose is exclusively educational and charitable to secure and distribute contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations for the benefit of students of the Visalia Unified School District.
The Foundation carries out its mission through community fundraising to make available:
- student scholarships for graduating seniors
- teacher mini-grants for innovative classroom projects
- increased student access to classroom technology
- other educational enhancements outside the school district budget
2025 Band Showcase Coming Soon!