The Superintendent's Society brings together Baton Rouge's civic and business leaders to fuel the kind of educational progress that changes lives and strengthens our city's future. 

This is more than a donation. It's a leadership signal—and a direct investment in Baton Rouge’s talent pipeline.

 

 

Why Join the Superintendent's Society

  • Superintendent Access: Enjoy private briefings with the Superintendent, offering exclusive insights into district priorities and upcoming initiatives.
  • Exclusive Invitations: Receive invitations to special events and donor receptions where you can connect with fellow supporters, educators, and community leaders.
  • Public Recognition: Be honored in the Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System publications and on our website, highlighting your commitment to advancing public education in East Baton Rouge Parish. 
  • Welcome Package: Receive a commemorative pin and welcome package as a token of appreciation for your support and partnership.
  • Visibility Opportunities: Select giving tiers unlock storytelling and visibility features through a special partnership with Baton Rouge Business Report, spotlighting your philanthropic leadership.

 

Why Support the Superintendent's Society

Your gifts respond to real needs—fast. Principals identify urgent needs in their schools. The Superintendent reviews each request for impact and alignment. The Foundation acts quickly, approving and funding what matters most.

Your support can help fund: 

  • School safety enhancements and security equipment 
  • New playgrounds and outdoor learning spaces 
  • Classroom innovation through teacher mini-grants 
  • Professional development for teachers and leaders 
  • Musical instruments and fine arts resources 
  • Athletic gear, uniforms, and field maintenance 
  • Urgent needs identified by school leaders throughout the year
     

Leaders like you...

When you choose to give to the Superintendent's Society, you enable the Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System to invest where it counts the most: our schools, our educators, and our students. 

With an annual contribution of $1,000 or more to the Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System, you are invited to join a like-minded group of community leaders who demonstrate exceptional generosity and leadership through philanthropy. 

  • Visionary Leader | $10,000+

  • Champion | $5,000 - $9,999

  • Advocate | $2,500 - $4,999

  • Young Professionals Circle | $1,000 - $2,499 (for leaders under 30)

 

 

A Legacy of Leadership

For those ready to make a sustained impact, the Superintendent's Century Circle is where you need to be. The Century Circle members pledge $15,000 or more over 3 years. These multi-year investments are the bedrock of our long-term vision enabling us to:

  • Scale innovation across schools
  • Respond to emerging student needs
  • Ensure sustainable, high-impact programming

The Century Circle members don't just give. They shape the future of education in Baton Rouge. 

To become a member of the Superintendent's Century Circle, please complete this form. Our team will be in touch soon. 

 

Looking to Make an Impact in Other Ways? 

Start making a difference today—there are powerful ways to get involved beyond giving.

  • Tour an EBR school and see innovation in action
  • Serve on the CTEC Advisory Council and support workforce readiness
  • Meet with members of the EBR Executive Leadership Team
  • Volunteer your time and talent in schools across the district

For more information on our Superintendent's Society or to get involved, please contact Jennifer Lightfoot at jennifer@foundationebr.org.

P.O. Box 66984
Baton Rouge, LA 70896

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