Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation

What Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation does

Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation (PPIE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1987 and headquartered in Pleasanton, California, that operates as a community-funded bridge between the Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) and local donors. PPIE is the only district-wide education foundation for PUSD, raising funds from Pleasanton families, local employers, and corporate foundations to supplement state funding for all 15 district schools, serving approximately 13,000 students and 800+ teachers and administrators annually. Revenue is generated entirely through donations and event fundraising, with no product or service pricing; the suggested annual contribution is $750 per student or $1,500 per family, with a stated goal of 100% family participation. Signature fundraising vehicles include the annual Fall Gala, the Run for Education (1,700+ participants in 2026), and the State of the School District event, supplemented by corporate matching gifts (~$100,000 annually), corporate and foundation grants, vehicle donations through CARS, and securities donations.

PPIE's product surface is organized around three grant programs (Innovative Student Grants up to $500, Educator Grants up to $3,000, and Student Competition Grants up to $1,000) and a portfolio of school staffing and program support funded directly through annual district contributions. These include elementary music teacher salaries, extended librarian hours, middle and high school wellness/mental health staffing, and 5th-grade Outdoor Education transportation. The foundation uses no proprietary technology; operations rely on standard tools (Canva, Double the Donation, standard CMS) and a PPIE Ambassador volunteer network that liaises with parent clubs and school sites. Distribution of funds is governed jointly with PUSD through an annual funding cycle that incorporates district priority input, with a 2017 PPIE-Parent Club Guidelines framework formalizing the division between PPIE-funded STAFF and parent-club-funded STUFF.

PPIE's GTM motion is community-led, anchored on parent and family networks, corporate event sponsorships (Workday, Robert Half, Kaiser Permanente, Chevron, and others), and embedded relationships with PTA Council and district leadership. The foundation is governed by a Board of Directors that includes the PTA Council president as a permanent voting member, senior representatives from corporate partners (Robert Half, Fremont Bank, Black Tie Transportation, Huntington Learning Center), PUSD board and teacher representatives, and student representatives from the two high schools. Day-to-day operations are led by Executive Director Andrea Wilson under board oversight.

Name

Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation

Legal name

Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation

Website

https://ppie.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1987 that raises community donations to fund supplemental staffing, grants, and programs across all 15 Pleasanton Unified School District schools, serving approximately 13,000 students and 800+ educators annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Education Foundation / Nonprofit K-12 Education Support

NAICS

Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

College Access, Scholarships & Student Success Nonprofits (BPAGADAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) in Education (EDADALAD)

Keywords

• Education foundation
• Nonprofit fundraising
• School grant programs
• Community education support
• Student enrichment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Pleasanton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Family/Individual Donations: Primary revenue stream from Pleasanton families donating to PPIE's Giving Fund. Suggested annual donation of $750 per student or $1,500 per family, with goal of 100% participation from Pleasanton families.
2. Corporate Matching Gifts: Thousands of companies match employee donations to PPIE. Last year these matching gifts helped raise an additional $100,000 in support of schools.
3. Event Fundraising: Revenue generated from signature events including Run for Education and Fall Gala. 2025 Fall Gala raised $150,000; 2026 Run for Education raised over $85,000.
4. Foundation and Corporate Grants: Grant funding from corporate foundations including The Safeway Foundation, The Clorox Company, The Shimy Foundation, Save Mart C.A.R.E.S. Foundation, and others for student and educator grant programs. Oracle provided $30,000 STEM grant in 2013.
5. Vehicle Donations: Partnership with CARS (Charitable Automotive Recovery Services) for vehicle donation program. Donors receive tax deduction.
6. Securities Donations: Accepts donations of securities/stocks with simple transfer process and immediate sale upon transfer completion.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels13 records

Core offering

PPIE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit education foundation that raises funds from families, corporations, and foundations to support all 15 schools in the Pleasanton Unified School District. It distributes funds through grant programs (student, educator, and competition grants), supplemental school staffing (librarians, counselors, music teachers, mental health/wellness coordinators), and signature community fundraising events (Run for Education, Fall Gala, State of the School District). The organization bridges persistent funding gaps caused by California's LCFF formula that disadvantages higher-income districts like Pleasanton.

Product overview

Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation (PPIE) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that operates as a community-funded education enhancement foundation rather than a traditional product company. PPIE offers a portfolio of grant programs (Innovative Student Grants up to $500, Educator Grants up to $3,000, and Student Competition Grants up to $1,000), community fundraising events (Fall Gala, Run for Education, State of the School District), and school support services (librarian hours, elementary music education, mental health/wellness staffing, and 5th grade Outdoor Education transportation). The organization also provides donation mechanisms including corporate matching, securities donations, and vehicle donations through partnerships. PPIE's programs work collaboratively with Pleasanton Unified School District to fund critical staffing, innovative grants, and supplemental programs across all 15 Pleasanton schools benefiting nearly 13,000 students and 800 teachers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Innovative Student Grants Grants of up to $500 per student to fund student projects or special events that support student achievement across all educational areas in PUSD.
• Educator Grants Grants up to $3,000 to PUSD educators for student-focused classroom projects promoting creativity, innovation, and engagement.
• Student Competition Grants

Quantifiable outcome

• Raised over $8 million for critical staff (librarians, counselors, intervention specialists, mental health support) over foundation's tenure
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

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Partnerships

36 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• WorkdayflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 April 2026Presenting sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Workday Foundation also listed as a key corporate supporter. Major tech employer in the Tri-Valley area with strong community engagement.
• PNC BankcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Major regional banking institution supporting community events.
• Golden Gate Associates (GGA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Certified Public Accountants with local presence.
• Robert Half InternationalcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2023, 2024, and 2025. Major staffing/HR services company with local office.
• Black Tie TransportationcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor and in-kind donor providing discounted bus services for 5th Grade Outdoor Education. Also provides gala transportation. President Bill Wheeler serves on PPIE Board.
• Fremont BankcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsor of Fall Gala and Run for Education. Senior Relationship Officer Brian Gentry serves on PPIE Board.
• Stanford Health Care Tri-ValleyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Major healthcare provider in the region.
• Stanford Children's HealthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCopper sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Regional pediatric healthcare provider.
• John Muir HealthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerExpo sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Major healthcare system serving the East Bay.
• Huntington Learning CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala and Run for Education. Director Mona Sethi serves on PPIE Board. Educational tutoring services.
• Alameda Pediatric Dentistry & OrthodonticsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of 2025 Run for Education. Regional pediatric dental practice.
• IBEW and NECAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Electrical workers union and National Electrical Contractors Association joint sponsorship.
• Van Pelt ConstructionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCopper sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Local construction company.
• Lucky CaliforniaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCopper sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Regional grocery chain.
• Orangetheory FitnessminorGTM or Marketing PartnerExpo sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Fitness franchise with local studio.
• CARS (Charitable Automotive Recovery Services)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerVehicle donation partner. Leading vehicle donation program handling all aspects of vehicle donation process for PPIE.
• Castelwood Country ClubminorOthersVenue for Fall Gala 2026. Private country club providing event space.
• Laurie Walker WhitelandcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor sponsor of Fall Gala 2026. PUSD Board Trustee serving on PPIE Board.
• Kaiser PermanenteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2023 and 2024. Major healthcare provider.
• ChevronminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2023. Major energy company with community investment programs.
• State Farm (Larry Damaser & Renee Huber)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCopper sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Local State Farm agents.
• KKIQminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor of 2026 Run for Education. Local radio station 101.7 KKIQ.
• 4LEAFminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2023. Regional company.
• Vulcan Materials CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2023 and 2024. Major aggregates company.
• Rodan BuildersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2026. Regional construction/builder company.
• COREminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2026. Regional company.
• Connect California Homes / Katie MoeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2026. Real estate professional.
• VMC / Barbara Goodrich WelkminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2026. Real estate professional.
• DRT-GPminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2026.
• Delores Gragg Realty GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Fall Gala 2026 and Run for Education. Top real estate agent in Tri-Valley area.
• Blach ConstructionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of 2026 State of the School District. Regional construction company.
• Quattrocchi Kwok ArchitectsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of 2026 State of the School District. Regional architecture firm.
• Studio One PhotographyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of 2026 State of the School District.
• PTA CouncilflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPresident of PTA Council (Mirjam Dijkxhoorn) has permanent seat on PPIE Board. Established 2017 PPIE-Parent Club Guidelines for collaboration.
• Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual funding cycle includes district priority evaluation with PUSD leaders, principals, and parent club representatives. PPIE and PUSD co-present State of the School District annually.
• Parent Clubs (PTA, PTSA, PFC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPPIE funds STAFF (librarians, counselors, intervention teachers) while parent clubs fund STUFF (materials, technology, activities). PPIE has Ambassadors to liaise with parent club executives.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Oakland Public Education Fund: District-wide nonprofit raising private funds to support Oakland public schools via grants, literacy programs, and equity initiatives; analogous foundation model for an urban school district.
• Seattle Public Schools Foundation: Foundation raising private funds for Seattle Public Schools students, families, and educators through grants and community events; closely analogous to PPIE's operating model and stakeholder mix.
• San Francisco Education Fund: District-wide nonprofit education foundation serving San Francisco Unified School District; analogous to PPIE in raising community and corporate funds to fill gaps in public school funding and staffing.
• Dallas Education Foundation: District-wide education foundation supporting Dallas ISD teachers and students via grants and corporate partnerships; comparable to PPIE in scope and funding strategies.
• Denver Public Schools Foundation: Nonprofit raising funds to support Denver Public Schools students and educators via grants and signature events; same donor-funded, district-supporting foundation archetype as PPIE.
• Austin Ed Fund: Nonprofit supporting Austin Independent School District with educator grants, student programs, and signature fundraising events; direct peer in district-level education foundation space.
• Los Angeles Education Foundation: Supports Los Angeles Unified School District through fundraising and programs targeting students, teachers, and schools; directly comparable in structure, mission, and donor base breadth.
• San Jose Public Education Foundation: Education foundation supporting San Jose Unified School District with grants for teachers and students; comparable district-wide fundraising and grantmaking structure.
• Silicon Valley Education Foundation (SVEF): Regional education foundation serving East Side and other Silicon Valley school districts with STEM, grant, and teacher support programs; directly comparable in mission and grantmaking model.

Regional players

• Peninsula Education Foundation (Palos Verdes): California-based district education foundation supporting Palos Verdes Peninsula schools with corporate partnership-driven funding for teachers and enrichment; similar affluent California district context to Pleasanton.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCR59lptfyAE2o88U9zBnIfQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/PleasantonPartnershipsInEducation
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/in/ppieorg
• Instagraminstagram.com/pleasantonppie
• Xx.com/ppieorg

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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