Resources for DPS Educators & Staff

Welcome, DPS educators and staff! Thanks for stopping by. We’re an independent nonprofit that partners closely with school leaders, staff, and educators to bolster their work in building thriving schools where every student can succeed.

Are you looking for classroom resources or funding? Or want to know how the DPS Foundation can support your students? Then you are in the right place!

Read on and reach out to info@bullcityschools.org if you have any questions.

Quick Links

Get Funds for Your Bold Idea

Access Mental Health Resources

Get Free Classroom Supplies

Homework con Amigos Tutoring

“DPS Foundation was there every step of the way, with positivity, and gave us lots of resources above and beyond. I especially appreciated all of the mental health support and materials that were provided to help keep us educators going and energized to do the work.”

TERESA JONES

Eastway Elementary Librarian,

DPSF Grant Recipient

Programs & Partnerships

Crayons2Calculators

Crayons2Calculators (C2C) — now a proud program of the Durham Public Schools Foundation — equips Durham Public School teachers with the classroom supplies they need to help reduce barriers to success for every Durham Public School student.

Learn About Crayons2Calculators

Grants for School Communities

Every year, we fund bold ideas from teachers and staff members like you. While we are currently not accepting applications, we invite you to gain some inspiration by exploring our current projects. Then come back in May ready to submit your great idea.

Learn About Grants

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College Scholarships

High School educators & staff; did you know that we provide more than 20 scholarships each year to DPS seniors to ease the financial burden of college? Learn more and share with your students.

Learn About College Scholarships

Homework with Friends

Homework with Friends is a bilingual, multigenerational tutoring and mentoring program that helps Durham students build academic confidence. At the same time, families gain the knowledge, resources, and support to become strong partners in their children's education and long-term success.

Learn More

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AED in Ed

The Alliance for Equitable Disability Inclusion in Education (AED in Ed) brings together community organizations to support and advocate for Durham Public Schools students with disabilities and their families.

Learn About AED in ED

Academic Success Alliance

The Academic Success Alliance brings together Durham nonprofits, schools, and community partners to build stronger pathways to college and career success for DPS students. Together, we align resources, share knowledge, identify gaps, and work toward a shared vision where every student has the opportunity to thrive after graduation.

Get Involved

Let's Do This Together

If you’ve partnered with us or benefited from one of our programs, let your community know! When you share your experience with the DPS Foundation, you help us raise critical funds for grants, scholarships, classroom supplies, and more.

As an educator, your voice carries weight. Your support helps inspire others to invest in our public school students—and in the people who support them every day.

How to Help