Hundreds of students in Jordan District lack access to consistent meals, which impacts their ability to focus on learning. The JEF Principal's Pantry program provides weekend food packs, snacks packs, hygiene kits, school supplies, and winter clothing to serve the immediate needs of these students.  Both cash and in-kind donations are welcome.

Looking for  a service project for your family, company or church group?  We welcome donations of completed weekend and snack packs, hygiene kits, and backpacks with school supplies.  Bulk snacks, hygiene items, school supplies, and new clothing donations are welcome as well.  

Christmas for Kids provides a shopping experience for deserving Middle and High School students.  While many programs focus on toys for younger children at Christmastime, this older group is often overlooked.  The Christmas for Kids program provides these students with a small budget to purchase items that they want or need.  Each student is assigned a volunteer “chaperone” to assist them at the event.  Many of these children do not have the opportunity to interact with adults outside their own family, so the chaperone not only helps student stay within budget, but also provides a mentoring opportunity.

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Registration for chaperones opens Mid-October 2025

The Jordan Education Foundation is dedicated to enriching the educational experiences of students within our community. One of the key ways we achieve this is through our Classroom Grants Program. This program is designed to provide teachers with resources for innovative and effective educational projects that promote to student learning and engagement.

Teachers looking to apply for a classroom grant click here.

Teachers are the cornerstone of our educational system. They shape future generations, inspire lifelong learning, and contribute significantly to the betterment of society. When teachers feel supported, students succeed.  Recognition serves is not only a powerful motivator, but also plays a crucial role in retaining skilled educators by making them feel valued and appreciated.

Each year, Jordan Education Foundation recognizes superior teachers with a track record of improving student achievement, using innovative instructional strategies, and making a difference in the lives of their students. These educators, who raise the bar of their profession, are publicly celebrated with balloons, a cash prize and a crystal award to commemorate their achievement.  Your contributions play a crucial role in making teacher awards a reality and ensuring that our educators receive the recognition they deserve.

Principals looking to nominate a teacher click here.

Young people with intellectual disabilities don’t often have opportunities to play on their school’s sports teams.  Unified Sports partners students with and without intellectual disabilities to play on the same sports team.  Unified Sports not only supports physical fitness and sportsmanship, but also friendship, understanding and acceptance of people of all abilities.  

Wellness rooms are designed to help students self-regulate when they are feeling angry, anxious or overwhelmed. This program helps reduce dramatic outbursts, and teaches life skills such as managing stress and problem solving. By practicing these skills in a wellness room, students are more likely to use them when needed, such as on the playground, at home, or in the classroom. Schools with wellness rooms have shown decreases in incidents requiring principal intervention by as much as 90%.

Jordan Education Foundation administers and awards several scholarships each year.  By contributing to the various scholarships, donors have the unique opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of students. Scholarships not only provide financial assistance but also inspire students to reach their full potential and pursue their dreams.

Scholarships:

• JEF Rising Star Scholarship
• STEM My529 7th Grade Scholarship
• Teacher Recruitment Scholarship
• Endowed Scholarships
• Memorial Scholarships

With Smith's Inspiring Donations, it's easy to support our schools! Every time you shop at Smith's stores with your rewards card, Smith's will donate .5% of your total order to the non-profit of your choice. The Foundation's non-Profit Number for Smith's is 33592

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When filing your state tax returns, please consider contributing a portion of your refund to Jordan Education Foundation. The process is an easy way to support Jordan District students and teachers.  On Utah state tax form TC-40, in the Voluntary Contribution section labeled School District and Nonprofit School District Foundation enter Code 05 (Nonprofit School District Foundation), the dollar amount of your donation, and School District Code 14 (Jordan).  

Want to leave a lasting legacy?  Leaving part of your estate to Jordan Education Foundation can have a profound impact on future generations of students.  If desired, donors can also specify if the funds are to serve a particular program or school.  Methods for bequeathing part of your estate include:

Bequests in a Will:  A donor can specify in their will that a certain amount of money, a percentage of their estate, or specific assets (such as property or stocks) be given to the Foundation. 

Beneficiary Designations:  Donors can name the Foundation as a beneficiary of retirement accounts (such as IRAs or 401(k)s), life insurance policies, or bank/brokerage accounts. 

Endowments: Creating an endowment fund in the donor's name can provide lasting support. The principal amount is invested, and the income generated is used to support programs and schools as specified by the donor.

Real Estate Gifts: Donors can leave real estate property to the Foundation. The property can be used by the Foundation and/or Jordan District or sold, with the proceeds benefiting educational programs. This can include residences, commercial properties, or undeveloped land.

Charitable Remainder Trusts: A Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT) allows a donor to receive income from the trust during their lifetime, with the remainder of the trust assets going to the Foundation upon their death. This can provide financial benefits for the donor while ensuring a future gift to education.

Other Estate Planning Options:  Other estate planning options may also exist that meet your needs and help you leave money to benefit education in Jordan School District.  Consulting with an Attorney or Financial Advisor can ensure that the intended gift is structured correctly and aligns with your overall estate planning goals.