Case Studies
2026 Innovation Grants Awarded
The Foundation @ FCOE celebrated the 16th class of Innovation Grant recipients at its annual reception, recognizing 33 projects designed to bring creativity, innovation, and new learning opportunities to students throughout Fresno County. This year’s recipients represent 32 school districts, one charter school, and one FCSS program.Made possible through the generosity of FCSS employees, the Innovation Grants provide educators with funding to turn creative ideas into engaging classroom experiences. These projects encourage students to explore new interests, develop skills, and discover new ways of learning.
For 16 years, FCSS employees have demonstrated their commitment to student success through voluntary payroll contributions, totaling nearly $400,000 to date. This collective generosity has helped bring almost 500 projects to life, providing students with unique educational experiences that extend beyond traditional classroom learning.
The Foundation is grateful to the FCSS employees whose continued generosity makes these opportunities possible and to the educators who bring these ideas to life for students.
Click here to view the complete list of 2026 funded projects.