We help every ACPS student shine

Who We Are

At the heart of a strong community is a thriving public school system. As Albemarle County public school’s designated 501 (c)(3), the Albemarle Foundation for Education (AFE) supports our students in ways large and small. 

With public schools facing increasing challenges, AFE is uniquely positioned, with your help, to step in and provide tiers of support, improving academic performance, attendance, behavior, and school climate.

AFE leverages philanthropic support to invest in new ideas, propel promising ventures, and scale proven practices across the division.

Our Partners

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At a time when public education is facing many challenges such as closing the achievement gap, equity in access, and teacher shortages, many community members and businesses are considering how they can be an effective agent for change in our region.

Challenges We Address

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Chronic Absenteeism

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Achievement Gap

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Equitable Access to Resources

Strategies We Employ

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Connecting families with community resources

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Partnering with community organizations