Sigma Public Education and Research Foundation

📣 SPEAR International Shoe Drive submission reminder. REMINDER THAT THE DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED UNTIL MAY 30th, 2026!

Please contact [email protected] for any questions.

📣 SPEAR International Shoe Drive submission reminder. DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL MAY 30th!

Please contact [email protected] for any questions.

✨SPEAR FY27 Mini-Grant Program: Intent to Apply EXTENDED to April 30! ✨

Funding is available—and your impact matters.

The SPEAR Foundation is proud to launch the FY27 (2026–2027 SY) Regional Mini-Grant Program, providing grants of $500–$1,500 to support initiatives that:
✔️ Advance economic mobility
✔️ Strengthen families
✔️ Improve quality of life in underserved communities

We’re looking for bold, community-centered ideas that:
🔹 Amplify youth, women, and minority voices
🔹 Advance education and advocacy
🔹 Create sustainable, local impact

This is more than funding—it’s an opportunity to turn your vision into action.

Upcoming Key Dates:
Intent to Apply (REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR FUNDING): EXTENDED to April 30 (11:59pm PST)
Application Opens: May 1
Application Closes: May 15

For more information: www.spearfoundation.org/mini-grants

Tag a chapter, partner, or organization that should apply! 👇🏾

📣 SPEAR International Shoe Drive submission reminder

✨Programming In Action: SPEAR FY27 Mini-Grant Program ✨
Funding is available—and your impact matters.

The SPEAR Foundation is proud to launch the FY27 (2026–2027 SY) Regional Mini-Grant Program, providing grants of $500–$1,500 to support initiatives that:
✔️ Advance economic mobility
✔️ Strengthen families
✔️ Improve quality of life in underserved communities

We’re looking for bold, community-centered ideas that:
🔹 Amplify youth, women, and minority voices
🔹 Advance education and advocacy
🔹 Create sustainable, local impact
This is more than funding—it’s an opportunity to turn your vision into action.

Key Dates:
Intent to Apply: by April 15 (11:59pm PST)
Application Opens: May 1
Application Deadline: May 15

For more information: www.spearfoundation.org/mini-grants

Tag a chapter, partner, or organization that should apply! 👇🏾

Every step counts… literally 👟✨

Tomorrow is the final day! Let's make a global impact through the SPEAR International Shoe Drive Initiative 🌍💙  you’re helping put confidence, comfort, and opportunity on someone’s feet.

🗓️ Donations accepted until March 22, 2026
📩 [email protected] for more information.

Let’s walk in purpose together.

SPEAR Leadership Opportunity Available

The SPEAR Foundation is currently seeking a committed professional to serve as our next Financial Secretary on the Board of Directors.

If you have strong financial skills and a passion for supporting community-focused initiatives, we invite you to apply and help strengthen the financial stewardship of our organization.

🗓 Apply by: March 16, 2026
📍 Learn more: www.spearfoundation.com/contact-us

A friendly reminder 👟💙

SPEAR’s International Shoe Drive Initiative is underway!
We’re collecting shoe store gift cards to help youth and families choose the shoes they need — in the size and style that fits them best.

Every donation makes a difference.
If you’ve been meaning to give, this is your sign ✨

Donate today.

👟 Step Into Impact with SPEAR’s International Shoe Drive Initiative!

The Sigma Public Education and Research Foundation (SPEAR) is proud to launch our annual International Shoe Drive Initiative — and this year, we’re doing it differently.

Instead of collecting physical shoes, we’re accepting shoe store gift card donations, allowing youth and families to choose the size and style they need most. Because dignity starts with choice. 💛

🗓 Gift cards accepted February 22 – March 22, 2026
How You Can Support:

✔ Donate shoe store gift cards
✔ Partner with us to help distribute through community organizations
✔ Share this post to help us reach more supporters
Every contribution — big or small — helps us move one step closer to comfort, confidence, and empowerment for youth around the world.

Let’s create impact that lasts.
Donate today and step up for change.