Great Falls Public Schools Foundation

Great Falls Public Schools Foundation Enhancing high-quality teaching and life-long learning for students in GFPS by funding innovative educational programs and scholarships.

The mission of the Foundation is to enhance high-quality teaching and life-long learning for students in Great Falls Public Schools by funding innovative educational programs and scholarships. Thank you to our donors who graciously continue to support the Foundation's efforts in this community. The Foundation's success depends on the generosity of our donors, and it is obvious, based on the consistent support we receive, that this community cares deeply about its public schools.

☕The Rustler Roast at went through a beautiful remodel thanks to a Community Collaboration grant from the GFPS Foundati...
06/04/2026

☕The Rustler Roast at went through a beautiful remodel thanks to a Community Collaboration grant from the GFPS Foundation. Jessica Goosen, business and accounting teacher at CMR, spearheaded the process with assistance from interior design and culinary arts students and teachers.

Ms. Goosen shares that, "This project introduces a student-run coffee shop that provides real-world business experience through hands-on learning. Students will actively participate in the redesign process, applying business, finance, culinary, and interior design concepts to create a functional and professional space. By managing operations, marketing, and customer service, students will gain valuable entrepreneurial and teamwork skills."

Please enjoy the before and after, design inspiration, and in-process photos of this impactful project. These type of grants and projects are what makes learning impactful as it mirrors real world experiences.

🎁Thank you, Ms. Goosen, for your vision and leadership! And thank you to our donors for making these grants a reality!

Kodey Hansen, teacher at The Core School at Morningside, received a Learning Enhancement grant last year to teach hands-...
06/03/2026

Kodey Hansen, teacher at The Core School at Morningside, received a Learning Enhancement grant last year to teach hands-on learning on living things. Her students learned about the life cycle of 🐣chicks and were able to watch them hatch and care for them afterwards.

We love watching how teachers enhance education and how our donors make it all possible.

🌟Here is another sampling of the second phase of Gold Star Awards from East Middle School, Lincoln, Lewis & Clark, Sunny...
05/29/2026

🌟Here is another sampling of the second phase of Gold Star Awards from East Middle School, Lincoln, Lewis & Clark, Sunnyside, West, Meadowlark, and Paris Gibson Education Center.

🌟Thank you to all of our amazing educators and staff who support so many students. You are appreciated!

Students from C.M. Russell High School enjoyed a bird watching trip through two grants from the Great Falls Public Schoo...
05/29/2026

Students from C.M. Russell High School enjoyed a bird watching trip through two grants from the Great Falls Public Schools Foundation. Alyssa Birkett, science teacher, received a Learning Enhancement grant for birding binoculars as well as a Field Trip Mini Grant to take students to Benton Lake Wildlife Refuge and Wadsworth Park. Alyssa shared that the students identified many different waterfowl, including a bald eagle and a great blue heron.

🎁Thank you to our amazing donors for making these learning opportunities a reality.🎁

Jacie Schoenen (CMR) and Brittany Light (PGEC) received a Professional Enhancement Grant to attend the Montana Schoo...
05/28/2026

Jacie Schoenen (CMR) and Brittany Light (PGEC) received a Professional Enhancement Grant to attend the Montana School Counselor Association Spring Conference. They gathered with counselors across the state to network and learn together.

Brittany shares, "A valuable sectional I went to taught about data collection and strategies to embrace data as a school counselor. I also enjoyed attending Montana Mindfulness Project with MTDA, and I see a direct impact of incorporating mindfulness and breathing strategies with my students." Jacie and Brittany both found value in connecting and collaborate with other school counselors from across Montana.

🎁Thank you to our donors for supporting our educator grant programs! 🎁

Taryn Brody graduated from C.M. Russell High School in 2012. She moved from Great Falls to Seattle, Washington three mon...
05/23/2026

Taryn Brody graduated from C.M. Russell High School in 2012. She moved from Great Falls to Seattle, Washington three months after graduation in hopes to fulfill her dream of theatre.

Even though she was shy, Taryn became involved in the CMR drama department her freshman year. Although she wanted to be on stage and act, she shined doing makeup, costumes, set design and being an overall stage tech. She also took on diverse roles backstage. She involved herself with the children’s theatre and performed at the local elementary schools.

What it meant to be Taryn Brody was to have a big personality, which only blossomed with the help of the department. She would be honored if she could help someone overcome fears or insecurities through the arts, specifically drama. This scholarship is sponsored by Vineyard Church and is for an individual who shows the most growth and ability to break from their shell to be the rockstar that they are meant to be, no matter what career path they choose

05/21/2026

Thanks to teachers, staff, and community partners, a Community Collaboration Grant by the GFPS Foundation has made a huge upgrade to the North Middle School Library. Check out this video showing the upgraded space and expanded activities available to students!

We are incredibly grateful to Cruisin' The Drag for another generous donation the Food Pantry Program! This $20,000 dona...
05/19/2026

We are incredibly grateful to Cruisin' The Drag for another generous donation the Food Pantry Program! This $20,000 donation will assist many children in having the food items they need to learn and grow. Thank you for partnering with us. We appreciate you!

If you would like to donate to the Great Falls Public Schools Foundation for GFPS Food Pantries or other needs you may do so online:
📲https://gfpsfoundation.org/donate/
or via mail:
📬Great Falls Public Schools Foundation
Attention: Katelyn Marsik
P.O. Box 2429
Great Falls, MT 59403

05/15/2026

🌟GOLD STAR STATS.🌟
Thank you to all who donated and recognized teachers and staff with a Gold Star Award. From recognizing engineering staff who fixed a pothole to thanking teachers who put up with shenanigans, each message and "thank you" was heartfelt and meaningful.

Thank you to each donor who will help fund teacher grants this next year!

05/12/2026

📽️Please enjoy this video that shares a closer look at our Scholarship Celebration held last week. Over 190 scholarships were awarded from the community, GFPS district, and the GFPS Foundation totaling over $480,000 dollars.

We are deeply grateful for the Great Falls community for their support in enhancing education in Great Falls!

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