San Juan Education Foundation members accept a donation from Carmichael Chamber of Commerce representatives during a chamber event last week at the Milagro Centre.

CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - A $2,860 donation has boosted the San Juan Education Foundation. The gift follows the foundation’s nomination as 2025 Nonprofit of the Year by the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce. 

Funds are part of proceeds from the chamber’s recent Community Awards gala. Chamber officers made the presentation during a business mixer at the Milagro Centre last week. 

Through grants and scholarships, the 34-year-old San Juan Education Foundation supports educational attainment throughout San Juan Unified School District’s 64 schools.

The Carmichael Chamber of Commerce's gift will go directly to classroom grants, according to San Juan Education Foundation board member Charles Cochran. “Teachers come to us when they see a high-impact lesson their school doesn’t have funding for.

“A gift like this can support several classroom programs, inspiring a love of learning among students,” Cochran said. “We’re very grateful to have the support of the community.”

Learn more about the San Juan Education Foundation at sanjuaneducationfoundation.org.