Propel believes that public schools can prepare all students for success in life, regardless of their circumstances. Our results prove that it is possible. Over the past seven years, Propel Schools has been fortunate to have the support of philanthropic partners who believe in our vision of being a catalyst for the transformation of public education in Southwestern Pennsylvania so that all children have access to high performing public schools. Our funders have included The Heinz Endowments, The Grable Foundation, DSF Charitable Foundation, The Benter Foundation and others.

Now, as we strive to open new schools and double the number of children that we serve, philanthropic support continues to be critical to expanding Propel's impact. We need a diverse funding base to reach the 2,000 families on our waiting lists, who are eager to enroll their children in a Propel school. Propel is ready to meet the demand for new schools, and your support can make this possible!

Click here to make an online donation to Propel Schools. Please note that Propel can accept online donations with Visa and Mastercard only.

Choose to make an annual gift, a monthly gift, or a one-time contribution. Every dollar counts! Here are some examples of the programs that your gifts make possible:

$50	Provides two students with school uniforms
$100	Enables one student to participate in an after school or summer program
$150	Outfits one elementary classroom with a puppet theater
$250	Enables one class of students to go on a cultural field trip
$500	Provides one classroom with art supplies (paints, brushes, clay)
$750	Places one computer with software in a classroom
$1,000	Outfits one school with a science lab (microscope, test tubes, beakers)
$2,500	Outfits one school with a set up musical instruments (drum set, guitars, piano)
$5,000	Provides funding for one CreativeArts module (A Propel program in partnership with visiting artists from the Pittsburgh community delivers 6-12 weeks of creative activity in the classroom, exposing students to a variety of fine, performing, and contemporary arts and culture)
$10,000	Provides funding for five schools to participate in Odyssey of the Mind (An international program enabling students to use their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting their own interpretation of literary classics)
$15,000 and up	Awards one outstanding 8th grade student with the opportunity to attend a college or post-secondary institution through the "Future Achievement Scholarship" (FAST) (Fast was made possible with a founding gift from Tass Katselas)

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Where do I get an application?
The application form is available through the Department of Community and Economic Development at 717-787-7120 or at www.newpa.com. Select EITC Business Guidelines for further information and the application form.

When do I submit the application?
Applications may be received on by the PA EITC Office beginning July 1, 2010. Because EITCs will be made available on a first-come, first-served, basis it is important that your application is delivered on July 1. (Early applications arriving at the PA EITC office will be returned to sender for re-application. Late applications are sometimes denied due to lack of funds.).


Questions? Contact:

Anne D'Appolonia
Director of Development, Propel Schools
3447 East Carson Street, Suite 200
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
412-325-7305 x105
adappolonia@propelschools.org