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We believe children need energetic and excited educators, so we provide encouragement for UCPS teachers who want to go above and beyond to help students feel seen, heard, and valuedFind Out More.

  • April Crabill, Western Union Elementary
    April Crabill, Western Union Elementary

    My LIFT project created an accessible, inclusive playground so all kids can play!

  • Yaronda Kilgo, UCPS Teacher of the Year, Wingate Elementary
    Yaronda Kilgo, UCPS Teacher of the Year, Wingate Elementary

    UCEF plays a vital role in supporting the educational community across Union County!

  • Elizabeth Miles, Waxhaw Elementary
    Elizabeth Miles, Waxhaw Elementary

    The LIFT grant allowed my school to start our coding journey with robots!

  • Amy Erb, Stallings Elementary
    Amy Erb, Stallings Elementary

    The LIFT grant truly revitalized me and helped me to finish the year feeling like a success!

  • Wendy Hall, Fairview Elementary
    Wendy Hall, Fairview Elementary

    Our Outdoor Exploration Club has been greatly enhanced by the funding from UCEF!

  • Louise Glover, Shiloh Valley Primary
    Louise Glover, Shiloh Valley Primary

    Thank you Union County Education Foundation for helping meet the needs of the whole child!

What Teachers Have Said

Our Impact

We are generating joy. Our goal is to create a school environment that fosters positivity, innovation, and well-being for all students, faculty, and staff. Together we can create a welcoming and supportive learning environment that will benefit all members of our UCPS community.

  • Innovation Grants Awarded

    257

  • U Award Gifts

    49,500

  • Scholarships

    107

  • Innovation Dollars Invested

    $254,012

  • Scholarship Dollars

    $154,500

  • Applied Vison Works
  • Boda Plumbing
  • Carolinas Chiropractic and Spinal Rehab
  • DLR Group
  • Duke Energy
  • First Citizens Bank
  • Goulston
  • Hargett Electric Company
  • Mariam and Robert Hayes Charitable Trust
  • Huntington Learning Center
  • LS3P
  • MassMutual Carolinas
  • Moyer, DeVoe & Iocco, PLLC Certified Public Accountants
  • Novant Health
  • Participate Learning - Uniting Our World
  • Agent Staci Howell
    Agent Staci Howell

    Agent Staci Howell

  • Shelco
  • State Utility Contractors
  • Surry Insurance
    Surry Insurance
  • Truist
  • Union County Community Foundation
  • Union Power Cooperative
  • Wells Fargo
  • Wharton Smith Construction
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