Empowering education through
community partnerships.

The Averill Park Education Foundation funds educational and cultural initiatives and enrichment programs that advance student achievement and encourage teacher development.

We enthusiastically empower our school community with grants that engage, inspire, and promote learning and innovation in the classroom and beyond.

APEF grants provide exceptional opportunities for growth, discovery, and creativity by eliminating barriers and optimizing the power of potential – from robotics to ceramics, lab equipment to construction technology equipment, cultural events to guest speakers, and so much more.  

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The Averill Park Education Foundation (APEF) is a 501c3 non-profit organization that receives tax-deductible donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations to support cultural, creative, and innovative educational projects not funded by the District’s taxpayer-based budget. The initiatives funded by APEF that enhance curriculum and programs to benefit students, teachers, and the Averill Park community.

We Grant Opportunities

Support the Averill Park Education Foundation and help us provide essential grants for cultural, creative, and educational projects for students in the Averill Park School System. With your donation, we can continue to empower our educators to inspire our students to achieve their full potential through innovative and engaging programs.

Together, We Can Make A Difference

Support the arts and culture by donating to our foundation. With your contribution, we can continue to provide funding for cultural, educational, and creative programs that enrich the lives of individuals and communities. Together, let’s make a difference in the world through the power of the arts.

Meet Tori!

A Fully Certified Service and Therapy Dog At West Sand Lake Elementary School.

APEF is thrilled to have provided the funding required to purchase, train and graduate a beautiful and inspiring service and therapy dog named Tori. This chocolate lab will spend her days visiting classrooms and meeting with students, providing comfort, calm, guidance, and love. To find out more about this very special grant and the difference it makes in the lives and learning at West Sand Lake Elementary, click here! 

News & Events

Discover how we’re making a difference in the lives of our students and communities through our funding for educational, creative, cultural, and arts programs. From exciting new projects to inspiring success stories, there’s always something happening in our school system.

On behalf of the grade 4 elementary teachers and students, thank you for bringing The Story Pirates back to APCSD! Our students had an authentic creative writing experience and were so excited to see their seed ideas hightlighted.

Julianne Strano, West Sand Lake Elementary 4th grade teacher 

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Day 10 of Auction Sneak Peeks is upon us and we cannot WAIT for the fun to begin tomorrow evening!

Let’s end our sneak peek fun with a bang 💥

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In Schenectady, enjoy four (4) tickets to the Life of PI Proctorsors😍 Tuesday, February 18,2025 at 7:30pm ($400 value) Thank you, KeyBank for your generous donation!!

In Albany, four (4) tickets to join Chef Elliot Voguel 🧑‍🍳 for a dynamic, The Delawarene pairing event at The Delaware! Where the flavors of the season pair with rich, bold wines 🍷 ($64Old Daley on Crooked Lake graciously donated by Old Daley Hospitality)

In Troy, embrace the “Taste of Troy!” Take a walk downtown and visit some fan-favorites ($200 value). The basket includes: 2 bottles of high-end wine, a sEmry's Gardenottle oBrown's Brewing Companyen GC, 2 Brown's Brewing Company Pint or can toDinosaur BBQ $25 Gift Card, $50 Dinosaur BBQ Gift Card and $25 Whistling Kettle Gift Card)
Generously donated by:
Ann Conway, Emry’s Garden & APEF trustees
Dinosaur BBQ & APEF Trustees

In Saratoga, enjoy a one night “Staycation” at the Courtyard by Marriott, including breakfast, a HUGE basket of Saratoga goodies and a $200 gift card to the beautiful and historic Old Bryan Inn for a meal! ($500 value)
Generously donated by: the Algonquin Parent Teacher Organization

In the Adirondacks (Old Forge), it’s time for a romantic getaway to The Woods Inn Getaway! Enjoy a 2-night stay and dinner for two at the Woods Inn! This historic gem offers a blend of old-world charm and modern comfort, and the timeless allure of the Adirondacks in style. ⛰️
(Generously donated by: Jacob Wright, Skyward Hospitality, $1,120 value)

Wherever yoi land, you will NOT be disappointed 😍😍 Have a blast paddling your little hearts out!! Together we will continue to do our part to improve our community, and the educational experience and opportunities for our children and educators!

See you tomorrow!!! 😍
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Day 10 of Auction Sneak Peeks is upon us and we cannot WAIT for the fun to begin tomorrow evening!

Let’s end our sneak peek fun with a bang 💥 

It’s time to get your bid paddles ready for a little trip through Upstate NY - 𝘼𝙙𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙘𝙠 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙍𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙯𝙫𝙤𝙪𝙨 ✨ 

In Schenectady, enjoy four (4) tickets to the Life of PI Proctorsors😍 Tuesday, February 18,2025 at 7:30pm ($400 value) Thank you, KeyBank for your generous donation!!

In Albany, four (4) tickets to join Chef Elliot Voguel 🧑‍🍳 for a dynamic, The Delawarene pairing event at The Delaware! Where the flavors of the season pair with rich, bold wines 🍷 ($64Old Daley on Crooked Lake graciously donated by Old Daley Hospitality)

In Troy, embrace the “Taste of Troy!” Take a walk downtown and visit some fan-favorites ($200 value). The basket includes: 2 bottles of high-end wine, a sEmrys Gardenottle oBrowns Brewing Companyen GC, 2 Browns Brewing Company Pint or can toDinosaur BBQ $25 Gift Card, $50 Dinosaur BBQ Gift Card and $25 Whistling Kettle Gift Card)
Generously donated by: 
Ann Conway, Emry’s Garden & APEF trustees 
Dinosaur BBQ & APEF Trustees 

In Saratoga, enjoy a one night “Staycation” at the Courtyard by Marriott, including breakfast, a HUGE basket of Saratoga goodies and a $200 gift card to the beautiful and historic Old Bryan Inn for a meal! ($500 value)
Generously donated by: the Algonquin Parent Teacher Organization

In the Adirondacks (Old Forge), it’s time for a romantic getaway to The Woods Inn Getaway! Enjoy a 2-night stay and dinner for two at the Woods Inn! This historic gem offers a blend of old-world charm and modern comfort, and the timeless allure of the Adirondacks in style. ⛰️ 
(Generously donated by: Jacob Wright, Skyward Hospitality, $1,120 value)

Wherever yoi land, you will NOT be disappointed 😍😍 Have a blast paddling your little hearts out!!  Together we will continue to do our part to improve our community, and the educational experience and opportunities for our children and educators!

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Snowshoes for Grades 4 and 5

Snow Shoe Grant, Poestenkill Elementary 2010