GISD Educational Foundation

GISD Educational Foundation The foundation acknowledges the strong correlation between the quality of life in Galveston and the quality of the community’s educational system.

The Galveston ISD Educational Foundation's mission is to enrich the educational experience and prepare our students for the future by providing financial assistance to educators, schools and students. The Galveston ISD Educational Foundation, Inc., an independent, non-profit corporation promoting quality education in Galveston Independent School District (GISD) schools, was established in 2002. Fu

rthermore, it is believed an investment in Galveston’s young people is a sound investment in the future of the community. Faced with the economic reality of a district whose tax base is not expanding and a district whose students come from predominantly low income families, the board of the GISD Educational Foundation determined it must bring private philanthropy to bear on public education in Galveston. The foundation funds educational projects that address needs not within the budget of the district or for which tax dollars cannot be expended. The board of the foundation, as well as its many volunteers, comes from all sectors of the Galveston community. The common denominator among these individuals is their commitment to support and enhance the quality of education for all Galveston’s public school children.

If they haven't already, PCI (Publishing Concepts) will be contacting you by email, mail, and phone with a request to pa...
06/01/2026

If they haven't already, PCI (Publishing Concepts) will be contacting you by email, mail, and phone with a request to participate in updating alumni records. We are excited about this project and encourage you to take part in these discussions as we work with the district to create an official BHS Alumni Association!

Alumni who did not receive a postcard or email can call: 1-800-488-5395

Is this legit? The answer is YES!

For the third time in GEF history, we’ve partnered with PCI, a trusted company helping us update alumni contact information and reconnect with graduates across the years. Alumni may receive a postcard or email, asking you to call to verify and update information.

As GISD works towards building an official BHS Alumni Association, this project will help us create a stronger alumni network, celebrate our graduates, and offer future opportunities for engagement and support. Thank you for helping us reconnect the Ball High and GISD family!

Is this legit? The answer is YES!For the third time in GEF history, we’ve partnered with PCI, a trusted company helping ...
05/11/2026

Is this legit? The answer is YES!

For the third time in GEF history, we’ve partnered with PCI, a trusted company helping us update alumni contact information and reconnect with graduates across the years. Alumni may receive a postcard or email, asking you to call to verify and update information.

As GISD works towards building an official BHS Alumni Association, this project will help us create a stronger alumni network, celebrate our graduates, and offer future opportunities for engagement and support. Thank you for helping us reconnect the Ball High and GISD family!

05/10/2026
This week at BHS Scholarship Night, GEF recognized Giselle Jackson as this year's Lisa Biffle Johnson Scholarship recipi...
05/07/2026

This week at BHS Scholarship Night, GEF recognized Giselle Jackson as this year's Lisa Biffle Johnson Scholarship recipient, as well as Cannon Chase, Christian Deore, Jalisa Hall, Kynidee Pope, Michael Martinez, Sean Enriquez, and Selina Scott as recipients of this year's Mason Nelson Memorial College Scholarship. Congratulations to these students and best of luck in your future endeavors!

Congratulations to the 2026 Galveston Youth Leadership Award recipients. GEF is excited to partner with GISD and GYLA to...
04/23/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Galveston Youth Leadership Award recipients. GEF is excited to partner with GISD and GYLA to host the scholarship banquet and facilitate these scholarships moving forward. These dedicated families - The Vanderpools, The Grants and The Raimers awarded approximately $15,000 in scholarships.

Each of the ten finalists received $500 and the three big scholarships awarded last night went to:

$5,000 First Place - Jay Vanderpool Memorial Award - Carly Chase

$3,000 Second Place - Grant Family Award - Chloe Chase

$2,000 Third Place - Raimer Family Award - Edwin Rodriguez

The finalists were: Carly Chase, Chloe Chase, Jaelyn D***s, Morgan Glynn, Nicholas Gonzales, Giselle Jackson, Amazing Johnson, Edwin Rodriguez, Kai Spence and Tarris Woods

Thank you to our community sponsors like Galveston Daily News and to Moody Gardens. If you would like to get involved, please contact us! [email protected]

03/16/2026

2026-2027 Schools of Choice Grades K-4 and AIM 8-12 IS OPEN NOW!

💥Applications close on March 20, 2026
💥Acceptance emails will be sent out on March 25, 2026.

Apply for 2026-2027 Austin, Burnet, Oppe, or Parker Elementary:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fJb_6belHQGtgSdlF0qcmNFYyT0WgmX5UMpaIZZwgvE/viewform?edit_requested=true

Apply for 2026- 2027 Crenshaw Elementary / Middle School:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1yQZUeFv3DFmxmMeJ8Lwku-jXfV1e5_iuVoHYecGagmc/viewform?edit_requested=true

Apply for 2026- 2027 AIM College and Career Preparatory School grades 8-12:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1bJnhm7FbXaSMTRZ3F6KRHKL3_7nuV6JkO8teYhvc5DU/viewform?edit_requested=true

The Mason Nelson Memorial College Scholarship is open for any senior baseball or softball player. Please share, deadline...
03/16/2026

The Mason Nelson Memorial College Scholarship is open for any senior baseball or softball player. Please share, deadline is April 1.

https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1770656487/gisdorg/ofmvpsvaaa5jjbmlhwhb/MasonNelsonScholarshipApp_2026.pdf

GEF extends our sincere thanks to everyone who made this night possible—our generous sponsors, our event committee, and ...
03/06/2026

GEF extends our sincere thanks to everyone who made this night possible—our generous sponsors, our event committee, and the GEF Board. We’re grateful to our teachers, parents, GISD staff, GEF staff, and all who support our students every day, as well as the GISD Police Department, our Superintendent, and the GISD Board of Trustees for their leadership and partnership. A special thank you to our amazing student volunteers, to Kroger for help with décor and to Moody Gardens for hosting this beautiful event.

Spring Soiree attendees please share with your friends. The event tonight is NOT in the hotel or convention center, it i...
03/05/2026

Spring Soiree attendees please share with your friends. The event tonight is NOT in the hotel or convention center, it is in the Moody Gardens Visitor Center. Follow the sounds of the BHS drum line and look for our student volunteers, tornettes and cheerleaders!

Let's hear it for our Steward Sponsors! They'll be celebrating GISD's "Then, Now & Next" on March 5th at the spring soir...
03/04/2026

Let's hear it for our Steward Sponsors! They'll be celebrating GISD's "Then, Now & Next" on March 5th at the spring soiree at Moody Gardens!

If you weren't able to snag tickets there's other ways to support:
Shop our auction! https://paybee.io/@6
Enter our 50/50 drawing! https://paybee.io/@7

Address

3904 Avenue T
Galveston, TX
77550

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:45pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:45pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:45pm
Thursday 8am - 4:45pm
Friday 8am - 4:45pm

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+14097665157

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