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The REACH Foundation's goal is to enrich, inspire, and engage learners through educational experiences in collaboration with Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District and our community.
Greater exposure to the powerful benefits of critical thinking through Academics, creativity through Arts and healthy well-being through Athletics, will aid students to reach their highest potential.

The REACH Foundation: Empowering the Future of Placentia-Yorba Linda’s Students Imagine a community where every student has the opportunity to excel academically, artistically, and athletically. This vision drives The REACH Foundation, a passionate, nonprofit dedicated to the 23,000 students of the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District. Our volunteers invest countless hours developing and managing programs, marketing, fundraising, and collaborating with "the best of the best" community partners to ensure that our students have the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. We are seeking visionary community partners who share our commitment to nurturing the potential of our youth, fostering innovation, imagination, and entrepreneurship. By supporting The REACH Foundation, you will help us sustain and expand our innovative programs that are designed to inspire, engage, and elevate students.

Creating a Climate that Contributes to Learning
Our mission is to enrich, inspire and engage learners through educational experiences in collaboration with PYLUSD and our community.

The foundation of our activities, programs, and events is to advocate for 21st-century learning skills, promoting the 4 C’s: Critical thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, and Communications. These key skills that are a part of our Mission statement are broken out into three categories:
Learning Skills - Critical thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Communication
Literacy Skills - Information literacy, Media literacy, Environmental literacy, Health literacy, Technology literacy
Life Skills - Flexibility, Leadership, Initiative, Productivity, Social skills

The REACH Foundation uses 21st Century learning skills as the tool to measure the value of the programs we support.
Middle School Track Meet: A Decade of Athletic Excellence For 10 years, our Middle School Track Meet has been a cornerstone event, bringing together over 700 student athletes to compete in various track and field events. This program not only promotes physical fitness but also teaches students the values of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. Many of our participants go on to join high school teams, carrying with them the confidence and skills gained from this foundational experience.

Experience Your Environment: Cultivating Environmental Stewards Our environmental literacy program empowers students and their families to explore and act on environmental issues. Through activities like guided nature hikes led by Inside the Outdoors in Carbon Canyon Regional Park, students and their families learn about local ecosystems and environmental conservation. This hands-on approach fosters a lifelong appreciation for nature and encourages community involvement in environmental stewardship.

REACH High School Internships: Real-World Experience Launched in January 2022, our internship program offers high school and middle school students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on work experience of leading one of 15 existing REACH programs or developing their own initiatives, students earn volunteer hours, build their resumes, and gain valuable insights into the professional world. This program is a vital stepping stone for students aspiring to make a difference in their community.

Middle School Track Meet: A Decade of Athletic Excellence For 10 years, our Middle School Track Meet has been a cornerstone event, bringing together over 700 student athletes to compete in various track and field events. This program not only promotes physical fitness but also teaches students the values of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. Many of our participants go on to join high school teams, carrying with them the confidence and skills gained from this foundational experience. Budget for coaches, bus transportation & timing refs $9,085.

Shamrock 'n Run 5K Sponsorships will scholarship 160 students from all middle schools to run in the 2025 ShamRock'n Run 5K -Sponsorships for 160 students $6,000.

Experience Your Environment: Cultivating Environmental Stewards Our environmental literacy program empowers students and their families to explore and act on environmental issues. Through activities like guided nature hikes led by Inside the Outdoors in Carbon Canyon Regional Park, students and their families learn about local ecosystems and environmental conservation. This hands-on approach fosters a lifelong appreciation for nature and encourages community involvement in environmental stewardship. . Budget for Instructional environmentalists & Field Naturalists $3,000.

Communicating with Confidence Learning Labs: Empowering Voices Our learning labs help students conquer the fear of public speaking, improve their communication skills, and build confidence. Guided by experienced educators, these labs cover engaging topics such as the environment, technology, and education, ensuring students develop well-rounded communication abilities essential for future success.
Budget for partial Scholarships for 60 students $7,800

First Lego League Robotics Program: Igniting STEM Passion Our robotics program introduces students to the exciting world of STEM through the First LEGO League. Each season, students tackle a new theme based on current global issues, culminating in a competition that challenges their problem-solving, engineering, and teamwork skills. Pre-season workshops prepare 4th to 6th graders for the competitive season, with high school students leading the charge as mentors. This program not only builds technical skills but also fosters leadership and collaboration.

Our mission is to serve all students in the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District which supports populations that include over 40% Hispanic, 35% White, 15% Asian, 10% others, 37% students of low social economic status, and 10% special needs populations.

The REACH Foundation is an all volunteer non profit. We do not have a CEO/Executive Director

The REACH Foundation, an education nonprofit, is dedicated to enriching, inspiring, and engaging students within the Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District (PYLUSD) through a comprehensive array of programs in academics, arts, and athletics.
Our Mission
The REACH Foundation provides enrichment programs and events that offer greater exposure to 21st century learning skills in Academics, creativity through the Arts, and healthy lifestyles through Athletics. We believe these three (3) pillars aid students to reach their highest potential.
Why Support The REACH Foundation?

1. Impact: Serving 34 schools and 23,000 students within PYLUSD, our programs touch the lives of thousands of students each year. We focus on creating lasting, positive change in our community, particularly for those in underserved areas.
2. Equity and Inclusion: We are committed to addressing inequities in education, health, and access to extracurricular activities. Our programs prioritize youth from low-income households, students of color, and girls, ensuring that all children have equal opportunities to succeed.
3. Community Partnership: By partnering with us, you will be investing in the future of our community. Your support will help us expand our programs, reach more students, and make a significant difference in their lives.
4. Innovation and Excellence: We continuously strive to innovate and improve our programs, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of our students. Our focus on excellence drives us to seek out new opportunities and implement best practices in education and youth development.

Join Us in Making a Difference
We invite you to join us in our mission to elevate and empower the next generation. Your support, whether through financial contributions, volunteerism, or partnerships, will help us continue to provide high-quality programs that enrich the lives of our students and prepare them for a bright future.
Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in our community. Thank you for considering The REACH Foundation as a partner in this vital work.

Warm regards,

Gisele
President, The REACH Foundation