Dare Education Foundation

Established in 2002 by a group of committed community organizers, the Dare Education Foundation is an educational non-profit focusing on supporting of the students, teachers and schools of Dare County. We offer a unique opportunity for individuals across multiple sectors and industries to come together to support our schools. Our stakeholders include corporate partners, teachers, school leadership, students, families and passionate community members. Spurred by a collective sense of urgency and shared responsibility, our work inspires our community to join together in a shared belief that by supporting our schools, we are DEFining our future. We all can make a difference. Join us today. #supportourschools 

DEF Annual REPORT

We are proud to share our Annual Report, showcasing the impact of your generosity and collective commitment to advance educational excellence for Dare County Schools.

APPLY FOR FUNDING

Learn more about grant opportunities to support Dare County Schools’ teacher professional development and certifications and funds available to support classrooms and schools.

BECOME A FRIEND OF EDUCATION

Join us and make a difference in the lives of our students and educators. Your contribution can make all the difference in imagining and creating solutions for students seeking scholarships, educators pursuing professional development and certification, affordable teacher housing solutions and more.

Learn More About Us.

We believe that together we can create positive change in our Outer Banks community by supporting our students, teachers and schools. To that end, our goal is to effectively utilize our community's resources to nurture innovation and continuous improvement in public education. Join us in supporting every student, every teacher and every school in Dare County. Together, we can DEF-ine the Future!