Winters Education Foundation 
Celebrating over 15 years of supporting our schools!

Jill Aguiar

IN MEMORIAM

The Winters Education Foundation is sad to announce the passing of Board Member Russ Lester. WEF, and indeed the Winters community, lost a giant of a man who was a firm believer in the importance of public education and worked tirelessly to support our Winters schools. Serving 20 years on the Winters JUSD Board of Trustees, over 10 years on our WEF board, volunteering and demonstrating equipment at Farm Day and hosting class tours of his ranch, Russ backed up his beliefs with action. WEF offers its sincere condolences to Russ’ family and friends.

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Mini Grants Awarded!

WJUSD staff continue to amaze us with wonderful grant requests to enrich student learning. Stay tuned for photos and updates in our newsletter.  Be a part of bringing the arts, field trips and so much more to our students. Make a donation now and support our mini grant program!

WEF Donation Link

OUR VALUES:

WE CARE

EQUITY

EXCELLENCE

INTEGRITY

COLLABORATION



OUR VISION:
To secure an enduring model education for all children in Winters.

W.E.F.
P.O. Box 1047
Winters, CA 95694

e-mail: WEF

Smiles courtesy of the Winters Middle School garden project with support from WEF.


SEPTEMBER 2025 NEWSLETTER

A New School Year Begins!

The school year is underway, and teachers have been working to prepare welcoming, inspiring classrooms and plan for an enriching year for Winters children. 

Did you know that teachers on average spend $915 annually of their own money for school supplies? What’s more, 26% of teachers responding to a recent survey say they have taken a second job, side hustle, or summer job to balance the expenses of their first job.

Your Donations Fund Mini-Grants for Teachers

Winters Education Foundation offers Mini-Grants to teachers in Winters public schools to help bring creative classroom ideas to life, funding projects that inspire students,          strengthen learning, and expand opportunities. They're 100% funded by donations from the community (so thank YOU!).

 Kids doing robotics
 

At Winters Education Foundation, our mission is to ensure every child in a Winters public school classroom has access to excellent and equitable educational opportunities. We’re proud to partner with the dedicated teachers and staff of Winters JUSD who make these ideas a reality every day!

Kids gold panning

Your donation to Winters Education Foundation can help fund the kind of educational enrichment that makes kids excited about learning. Click on the link below to donate.

First grade students watching bat presentation.
 
 The photos here are from projects at Winters public schools in recent years — each made possible with support from the Winters Education Foundation’s Mini-Grants!

High school students with new calculators.

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Don Palm standing by a WEF sign.

Congratulations to our longtime Board Member, Don Palm, on being honored at the Yolo Community Foundation’s upcoming Yolo Philanthropy Awards!

Don has been a steadfast champion for the Winters Education Foundation and a passionate advocate for expanding educational opportunities in our public schools. We’re grateful for his leadership and dedication! 

Join the fun to celebrate Don and other honorees! Click here for tickets.

 

Help Us Continue to Provide Unforgettable Learning Experiences

When a community unites in the pursuit of excellence, incredible things happen. Every contribution to Winters Education Foundation helps teachers turn their inspiring ideas into dynamic learning opportunities, igniting curiosity and opening doors for all students.

Make a gift today!

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OUR MISSION

To raise sufficient funds to ensure continued educational excellence and equal educational opportunities for every child in a Winters public school classroom.