It’s our mission to help educators, students, and whole classrooms succeed.
If you're graduating from an accredited teachers' college in the U.S. or are re-validating your teaching degree with an accredited institution in the U.S., You may be able to receive a transition stipend up to $2,000.00 per year for up to 4 years while you maintain good employment. Work for an amazing school, make a difference, and let us help you pay off your student loans or give you a head start at building some roots in the community. Applications open September 1st and close April 15th. Other requirements and/or stipulations may apply.
If you're a student, teacher or parent and need support for an educational activity like a leadership trip, a STEM competition, a music or art competition. Apply and tell us all about it. Applications are open year round. Other requirements and/or stipulations may apply.
If you’re a teacher or a staff member looking for professional development like an advanced degree or certification, you may be able to receive up to a $4,000 scholarship. Applications are open year round. Other requirements and/or stipulations may apply.
If you're a teacher and need support for your classroom, program or equipment you may be able to get it here. Apply and tell us all about it. Applications are open year round. Other requirements and/or stipulations may apply.
Who will receive a transition stipend?
Aspiring teachers who want to make a difference, be part of an amazing school district and community. Teachers looking to build a long term relationship by committing to a 4-year relationship with a school in our community. Teachers looking to lower their student debt and improve their financial prospects.
Selection Criteria for a transition stipend?
The Scholarship Selection Committee bases its selection on grade point average, financial need, an essay, references and the future long term prospects of a candidate at the school.
Who will benefit?
Everyone does. The teacher, the foundation, the school and most importantly the student. The transition stipend is an investment in the West Valley of Phoenix and the Pendergast community. The transition stipend is awarded to help West Valley education students complete their degree program and transition into our community. The program is designed to lower the debt burden of Teachers as they transition into their new exciting roles and by doing so the foundation can increase the likelihood of the teacher staying a long time in the community.