2025 - The Stocker Foundation

Arizona Chapter Of The American Academy Of Pediatrics

Pima County, Arizona, Arizona

$15,000 Awarded

Toward the implementation of Reach Out and Read Arizona, transforming pediatric care settings into powerful literacy intervention sites where healthcare providers "prescribe" books and encourage daily reading. During well-child visits from birth to age five, children receive new, culturally appropriate books while pediatricians counsel parents about the importance of reading aloud, creating an evidence-based intervention that studies show improves language development in children and increases well-child visit attendance.

Arts For Learning Connecticut

Hartford County, Connecticut

$10,000 Awarded

Towards the Higher Order Thinking (HOT) Schools program at RJ Kinsella Magnet School designed to integrate arts-based learning strategies across the curriculum. The program develops critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration skills for K-8 students through interdisciplinary arts education.

Arts Impact

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

$15,000 Awarded

In support of the Student Success through STEAM program, transforming traditional STEM education by integrating arts components, creating a powerful learning approach for Cleveland-area students. Students experience hands-on experiential learning that develops both analytical and creative thinking while making complex concepts accessible and engaging.

Avon Local School District

Lorain County, Ohio

$34,500 Awarded

In support of the Full Day Kindergarten Scholarship Program, designed to remove financial barriers to extended learning time that is crucial for establishing strong reading foundations. Research shows that full-day kindergarten significantly improves literacy outcomes, providing additional instructional hours in phonics, vocabulary, and early reading skills essential for third-grade reading proficiency. Over three years, this scholarship ensures that economically disadvantaged children receive comprehensive literacy support and individualized attention, helping close achievement gaps before they widen and positioning all students for reading success in the critical early elementary years.

Avon-Avon Lake Community Resource Services

Lorain County, Ohio

$3,000 Awarded

Towards the Summer Back-to-School Readiness Program provides essential school supplies, clothing, and educational resources to children from families experiencing financial hardship in the Avon and Avon Lake communities. This initiative ensures that every student can start the school year with the necessary tools for learning success, reducing barriers to education and helping to level the playing field for economically disadvantaged children. The program addresses both practical needs and builds confidence in students who might otherwise feel unprepared or stigmatized on their first day of school.

Bay Area Discovery Museum

San Francisco County, California

$10,000 Awarded

The program supports San Francisco Public Schools in implementing playful, project-based STEAM learning experiences tailored specifically for young children. Through professional development for educators and curated hands-on learning materials, the initiative helps teachers create developmentally appropriate learning environments that build foundational STEAM skills through exploration and discovery. This approach nurtures curiosity and critical thinking in early learners while helping teachers integrate evidence-based practices that make complex concepts accessible to young minds.

Bellevue Lifespring

King County, Washington

$12,500 Awarded

Toward the Breaktime-Mealtime program, addressing the critical food insecurity gap that occurs during summer months when students lose access to free and reduced-price school meals. This nutritional safety-net ensures that students continue to receive nutritious food, supporting their physical health, cognitive development, and readiness to learn when school resumes.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Puget Sound

King County, Washington

$10,000 Awarded

In support of Bigs in Tech Workplace Mentoring program that connects local sixth through eighth grade students with technology professionals for one-on-one mentorship. Through regular sessions at participating companies, students explore careers in technology, strengthen social-emotional skills, and build lasting relationships with caring adult mentors. Currently, the program pairs Amazon employees with students from McClure and Broadview-Thompson middle schools and Orca K-8, offering early exposure to STEM fields and valuable personal development opportunities. As technology careers continue to drive the future of work-offering stability, high earning potential, and constant innovation-this program helps prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

Boys & Girls Clubs Of Hartford

Hartford County, Connecticut

$15,000 Awarded

Towards the Academic Success program desgined to provide after-school academic support, homework help, and educational enrichment activities. This comprehensive approach helps students improve their academic performance while developing positive study habits and a love of learning.

Camp Courant Incorperated

Hartford County, Connecticut

$10,000 Awarded

Toward Camperships that provide summer day camp experiences for Hartford youth. The summer camp program offers recreational activities, educational enrichment, and social development opportunities in a safe, supportive environment.

Candelen

Pima County, Arizona

$20,000 Awarded

In support of the Kith and Kin Program designed to elevate the quality of childcare provided by family, friends, and neighbors who serve as informal caregivers to young children throughout Arizona. Through culturally responsive training and ongoing support, these caregivers—who often fall outside traditional early childhood systems—gain knowledge about child development, early literacy, nutrition, and school readiness. By strengthening this vital but often overlooked sector of the early childhood ecosystem, the program ensures more children in Tucson receive quality care during their most formative years.

Children Rising

Alameda County, California

$30,000 Awarded

Toward Succeeding by Reading and Family Bridge programs, providing personalized literacy intervention for struggling readers paired with comprehensive family support services. This two-generational approach address the root causes of reading difficulties by creating supportive environments for literacy development both at school and home.

Children's Museum Tucson

Pima County, Arizona

$10,000 Awarded

Towards the WEE Program, delivering innovative early learning experiences that blend play and structured exploration for Tucson's youngest learners. These developmentally appropriate museum-based activities introduce children ages 0-5 to foundational concepts in science, art, literacy, and mathematics through hands-on, interactive exhibits and facilitated learning stations. By making high-quality early learning experiences accessible to diverse families, the program supports school readiness while nurturing the natural curiosity and creativity of young children.

Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

$10,000 Awarded

Towards Preschool Language and Literacy Classroom (PLLC), providing specialized summer instruction for children with communication challenges, preventing regression of skills while school is not in session. This intensive intervention combines speech-language therapy with literacy development, preparing children for a successful kindergarten transition.

Cleveland Museum Of Natural History, The

Lorain County, Ohio

$15,000 Awarded

Towards a multidisciplinary STEM program that brings the museum's vast scientific resources directly to K-8 students in Elyria and Lorain City School Districts through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. By connecting classroom curriculum to authentic scientific artifacts, specimens, and expertise, the program makes abstract concepts tangible while inspiring scientific curiosity and investigation skills. Museum educators collaborate with classroom teachers to design experiences that address specific learning standards while bringing the excitement of natural science discovery into underserved schools.

Community Resources For Science

Alameda County, California

$20,000 Awarded

In support of Joyful Explorations, a program that brings hands-on, inquiry-based math and science activities to elementary students. The initiative offers engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that encourage curiosity and creativity, helping students experience the joy of scientific discovery and mathematical play through interactive experiments and STEM challenges

Connecticut Invention Convention, Inc., The

Hartford County, Connecticut

$7,500 Awarded

Toward the expansion of the Summer Inventors' Pathways Program that introduces students to invention and innovation through project-based learning. This initiative fosters creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through guided invention activities.

Connecticut Science Center

Hartford County, Connecticut

$25,000 Awarded

Toward the Early Childhood STEM Program, providing developmentally appropriate science learning experiences for young children in Hartford County. This initiative makes science education accessible and engaging for the youngest learners through interactive exhibits and structured activities.

Connecticut Storytelling Center

Hartford County, Connecticut

$20,000 Awarded

Toward "Start With Stories" storytelling literacy residency, bringing professional storytellers to kindergarten classrooms in Bristol Elementary schools. This program uses storytelling as a vehicle for developing literacy skills, language acquisition, and cultural understanding.

Denise Louie Education Center

King County, Washington

$8,000 Awarded

Toward the Parent Engagement Literacy Program that empowers caregivers to nurture their children’s early literacy skills through culturally-responsive approaches that honor each family’s home language and traditions. Every week, participating children receive a tote bag filled with multicultural books, encouraging regular shared reading time with a caring adult at home. In addition, families receive practical training materials and resources designed to make reading together more interactive, enjoyable, and impactful

Educational Enrichment Foundation

Pima County, Arizona

$15,000 Awarded

In support of Classroom Grants for Teachers in TUSD, empowering innovative educators to implement creative learning projects that might otherwise go unfunded in traditional school budgets. These micro-grants allow teachers to purchase specialized materials, technology, or experiences that enhance student learning through hands-on, project-based approaches tailored to their unique classroom needs. By investing directly in teacher-initiated ideas, the program recognizes educators as curriculum experts while providing students with enriched learning opportunities that spark engagement and deeper understanding.

Effective Leadership Academy

Lorain County, Ohio

$20,000 Awarded

In support of the Leadership and Soft Skills Training program that develops essential non-academic competencies in Lorain County students through experiential learning activities focused on communication, collaboration, and character. This evidence-based curriculum helps students develop emotional intelligence, conflict resolution strategies, and ethical decision-making skills through interactive workshops and real-world problem-solving challenges. By cultivating these crucial "soft skills" alongside academic knowledge, the program prepares students for success in higher education, careers, and community leadership roles.

Elevate Tutoring

Alameda County, California

$10,000 Awarded

In support of a program that creates a powerful dual-impact model that simultaneously helps struggling students improve academically while developing leadership and teaching skills. This near-peer tutoring approach creates relatable role models for younger students while offering college students valuable experience in education and leadership.

Girl Scouts Of North East Ohio

Lorain County, Ohio

$50,000 Awarded

Towards The Jane Norton DreamLab, bringing hands-on STEM and life-skills programming available to all Lorain County students, extending the benefits of Girl Scout experiences beyond traditional troop membership. This innovative learning lab delivers engaging activities in robotics, coding, financial literacy, and leadership development to schools, community centers, and public events throughout the county. By making these high-quality learning experiences accessible to all children regardless of membership status, the program helps close gender and socioeconomic gaps in STEM interest and achievement.

Great Lakes Science Center

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

$50,000 Awarded

In support of a permanent Early Childhood Exhibit that creates developmentally-appropriate science learning spaces for the communities youngest learners. Interactive exhibits transform abstract STEM/STEAM concepts into fun, hands-on experiences that introduce children to scientific principles through play-based learning. The exhibit will also help parents and caregivers continue learning beyond the museum visit.

Hamilton Families

San Francisco County, California

$15,000 Awarded

In support of a partnership between the Bay Area Discovery Museum and San Francisco Public Schools to bring early childhood STEAM education into elementary classrooms. The museum provides curriculum kits, hands-on materials, and teacher training that adapt their proven museum learning methods for classroom use. Teachers gain access to developmentally appropriate STEAM activities like engineering challenges and science investigations, along with the professional development needed to implement these engaging experiences effectively with young learners.

Holy Family Day Home

San Francisco County, California

$15,000 Awarded

In support of high-quality early childhood education for San Francisco's most vulnerable young children, with a focus on families living in poverty, experiencing homelessness, or recovering from trauma. This comprehensive program combines nurturing childcare with family support services including mental health counseling, nutrition assistance, and parenting education. By addressing the needs of the whole family, the program creates stable foundations for children's development while helping parents build capacity to support their children's growth and learning.

Ideastream Public Media

Lorain County, Ohio

$14,633 Awarded

Towards the Summer Family & Community Learning Opportunities program, bringing high-quality educational media resources to Lorain County families through interactive workshops, PBS learning materials, and digital resources. These community-based learning events use trusted public media content to engage families in shared learning experiences that build literacy, science, and math skills during the summer months. By emphasizing family learning rather than child-only activities, the program strengthens the capacity of parents to support their children's educational development year-round.

Intergenerational Cleveland

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

$15,000 Awarded

Toward the hiring of two site-based Curriculum Specialists serving both schools but with emphasis on Intergenerational East because the student population faces more social and environmental challenges that affect academic achievement and success. Curriculum Specialists ensure the schools can continue developing vibrant learning communities that transform education by linking students and adults in meaningful, collaborative learning experiences.

Invent The Summer

Hartford County, Connecticut

$4,500 Awarded

In support of Summer Workshops that engage students in creative problem-solving through exciting design challenges that blend science, engineering, art, and mathematics. Each workshop presents participants with an open-ended invention prompt that encourages them to ideate, prototype, test, and refine their solutions using everyday materials. This maker-centered learning approach develops critical thinking and creative confidence while introducing foundational STEAM concepts in a joyful, low-pressure environment during the summer months when creative learning opportunities are often limited.

Invest In Youth

King County, Washington

$15,000 Awarded

Towards a One-on-one Tutoring program that pairs volunteer adult tutors with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students at four Seattle Public Schools to provide personalized support in homework, reading confidence, and math fundamentals. Students receive weekly, individualized tutoring sessions tailored to their unique academic needs, fostering both skill development and self-confidence at no cost to families or schools. By creating consistent, caring tutoring relationships, the program not only strengthens academic skills but also develops positive attitudes toward learning and school engagement.

Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center

San Juan County, Washington

$40,000 Awarded

Toward Kindergarten Readiness programming that serves families on San Juan Island with comprehensive early learning support that bridges geographical isolation barriers. Through home visits, parent-child playgroups, lending libraries, and transition coaching, the program ensures that island children develop strong pre-literacy skills before kindergarten entry. Special attention is given to reaching families in remote areas of the island who might otherwise lack access to early childhood resources due to transportation challenges.

Leap Arts In Education

San Francisco County, California

$22,025 Awarded

Toward the School-Based STEAM programs, bringing professional teaching artists into underserved San Francisco County schools to deliver integrated arts education that enhances learning across disciplines. These residency programs connect visual, performing, and media arts with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through collaborative projects that deepen understanding and engagement. By embedding artists in schools with limited arts access, the program ensures that students in economically disadvantaged communities experience the academic and social-emotional benefits of arts-integrated education.

Lighthouse Community Public Schools

Alameda County, California

$50,000 Awarded

The K-3 Literacy program implements a comprehensive, culturally responsive approach to early reading instruction. The program combines explicit phonics instruction with rich literature experiences, identity-affirming texts, and family literacy partnerships to ensure that all students become confident, enthusiastic readers by third grade.

Literacy Connects

Pima County, Arizona

$100,000 Awarded

In support of Stories that Soar! and related Youth Programming that creates a comprehensive literacy and arts initiative designed to transforms student-written stories into professional theatrical performances while developing young people as creative leaders. Over two years, students across Tucson not only contribute original stories but also participate as story editors, assistant directors, and technical crew members, gaining hands-on experience in theater production and arts leadership. This dual approach celebrates young authors through community performances while simultaneously training youth in creative collaboration and production skills, creating authentic leadership opportunities that develop both writing abilities and professional competencies.

Literacy Cooperative, The

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

$9,306 Awarded

In support of the implementation of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library throughout Cuyahoga County, providing free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five, delivered directly to their homes. This simple but powerful intervention builds home libraries for children who might otherwise have limited access to books, encouraging family reading routines and early literacy development. The program creates consistent opportunities for the positive reading experiences that build language skills and kindergarten readiness.

Little Lighthouse Learning Center

Lorain County, Ohio

$15,000 Awarded

Towards the Willow Park STEAM Stewardship Program engages preschool and early elementary students in hands-on science, math, and arts learning through a pollinator garden at Lorain's Willow Park. This public-private partnership creates an outdoor classroom where children study plant and pollinator lifecycles, measure growth, and document seasonal changes while developing environmental stewardship. The garden serves as a living laboratory that builds STEAM skills and creates a community resource families can explore together.

Lorain Historical Society

Lorain County, Ohio

$60,000 Awarded

Towards Lorain Early Learning Initiative, integrating local history and cultural heritage into early childhood education through developmentally appropriate activities over two years. Young children explore community stories, historical artifacts, and cultural traditions connected to Lorain's diverse immigrant history through hands-on learning experiences. By connecting children to their community's past, the program builds cultural pride, historical thinking skills, and a sense of place that strengthens community bonds across generations.

Make Way For Books

Pima County, Arizona

$50,000 Awarded

Towards the Story School program, creating dynamic early literacy experiences for young children and families in underserved Tucson neighborhoods. Through interactive story times, parent workshops, and access to quality children's books, the program builds the five essential components of early literacy: vocabulary, print motivation, print awareness, narrative skills, and phonological awareness. This community-based approach ensures that children from low-income households enter kindergarten with the language and literacy foundations needed for reading success.

Nafi Connecticut, Inc.

Hartford County, Connecticut

$15,000 Awarded

In support of NAFI's Basic Needs Fund, providing essential resources for children and families in crisis. This initiative removes barriers to education by addressing immediate needs such as food, clothing, shelter, and transportation.

Oberlinkids Community Collaborative

Lorain County, Ohio

$15,000 Awarded

In support of OberlinKids Community Collaborative that is designed to coordinate early childhood resources across Oberlin to ensure all children enter school prepared for success regardless of socioeconomic background. Through developmental screenings, playgroups, parent education, and transition support, the collaborative builds a seamless system of early childhood services. The program maximizes community resources while ensuring no child falls through the cracks during this critical developmental period.

Open Doors Academy

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

$25,000 Awarded

Towards the Educational and Enrichment Summer Camp Program, preventing summer learning loss while fostering positive student development through a balanced approach to academic and enrichment activities. Morning academic sessions reinforce math and reading skills through project-based learning, while afternoon enrichment provides experiences in arts, sports, technology, and career exploration. This comprehensive summer learning environment maintains academic momentum while building social skills, confidence, and exposure to new possibilities during the critical summer months.

Our F.A.M.I.L.Y.

Lorain County, Ohio

$10,000 Awarded

In support of the Funology Lab, engaging Elyria students in hands-on science exploration through exciting experiments designed to make learning joyful and accessible. This community-based program combines STEM content with playful discovery, helping students develop scientific thinking skills while experiencing the excitement of genuine investigation. By emphasizing the "fun" in fundamental science concepts, the program helps students develop positive science identities and enthusiasm for STEM learning, particularly among groups traditionally underrepresented in scientific fields.

Read To Grow

Hartford County, Connecticut

$10,000 Awarded

In support of programming that supports early childhood literacy in Hartford County through Bookmobile visits to neighborhoods and community events. This initiative provides access to books and literacy activities for children who may have limited access to critical reading literacy resources.

San Francisco Education Fund

San Francisco County, California

$50,000 Awarded

Toward the San Francisco Literacy Coalition ongoing ability to coordinate literacy support services across the community creating a comprehensive, aligned approach to reading achievement for all students. This collaborative initiative brings together schools, community organizations, volunteer literacy tutors, and family engagement specialists to maximize the impact of literacy interventions throughout the city. By establishing shared assessment practices, coordinated volunteer training, and aligned instructional approaches, the coalition ensures that students receive consistent, high-quality literacy support both in and out of school.

Save Our Children Of Elyria

Lorain County, Ohio

$50,000 Awarded

Towards Summer Dream Chasers, providing comprehensive summer learning experiences for Elyria youth, combining academic reinforcement with enrichment activities that maintain educational momentum during out-of-school months. Through project-based learning, field trips, arts education, and mentoring relationships, youth strengthen academic skills while developing self-confidence and community connections. This holistic approach prevents summer learning loss while providing safe, structured activities for youth who might otherwise lack supervision or stimulation during the summer break.

Science From Scientists

San Francisco County, California

$7,500 Awarded

Toward the In-School Module-Based (ISMB) STEM Enrichment Program that brings professional scientists into elementary classrooms to deliver engaging, standards-aligned science lessons that supplement the core curriculum. Visiting scientists serve as both content experts and role models, conducting hands-on experiments that make abstract concepts tangible while showing students that scientists come from diverse backgrounds. By connecting classroom learning to real-world scientific applications, the program deepens understanding while nurturing interest in STEM careers among underrepresented students.

Second Harvest Food Bank Of North Central Ohio

Lorain County, Ohio

$85,000 Awarded

Towards Lorain County School Food Program, addressing childhood hunger through comprehensive food assistance initiatives. This multi-faceted approach ensures consistent nutrition for students who rely on school meals, extending food security beyond school hours and throughout the calendar year. By establishing food distribution directly within schools, the program reduces stigma while increasing access to nutritious food that supports cognitive development, physical health, and readiness to learn.

Spark Theatre Company, Inc.

Lorain County, Ohio

$10,000 Awarded

In support of the Summer Camp Program, providing transformative creative arts experiences through theatrical production and performance for students throughout Lorain County. Participants develop skills in acting, stagecraft, scriptwriting, and production while collaborating to create original performances for community audiences.

Sunnyside Foundation

Pima County, Arizona

$16,875 Awarded

Towards the Excellence in Education program, combining CommunityShare mentorships with Classroom Mini-Grants to enhance learning in the Sunnyside Unified School District of Tucson. Community professionals share expertise through classroom visits and career presentations, while teachers receive small grants for innovative classroom projects that extend learning beyond standard resources. This two-pronged approach enriches the educational experience by connecting classroom learning to real-world applications while providing resources for creative teaching and learning.

Team Read

King County, Washington

$25,000 Awarded

Toward a year-round tutoring program that creates "dual-impact" by pairing struggling second and third-grade students with trained teen tutors for consistent reading support throughout the school year and summer. Struggling readers receive the individualized support needed to build/grow foundational literacy skills, while teen tutors develop teaching and leadership skills and professional competencies through meaningful employment. This cross-age approach creates relatable role models for younger students while offering teens structured employment with educational purpose.

Trinity Academy

Hartford County, Connecticut

$21,000 Awarded

In support of the Pathways to Literacy: School-Home Literacy Development Partnership, strengthening connections between classroom reading instruction and home literacy practices for students. Teachers provide parents with specific strategies, books, and materials to reinforce school-based literacy instruction at home, creating consistency between learning environments. By empowering parents as educational partners, the program ensures that children receive consistent literacy support tailored to their individual needs across all settings.

Tucson Jewish Community Center, Inc.

Pima County, Arizona

$5,000 Awarded

Toward the STEAM In Early Childhood Education program, integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics into developmentally appropriate activities for young children. Through sensory exploration, creative problem-solving, and guided inquiry, children ages 2-5 develop foundational STEAM concepts and positive attitudes toward learning. The program includes professional development for early childhood educators, equipping them with strategies to weave STEAM learning into daily routines and play-based experiences throughout the JCC's early childhood program.

United Cerbral Palsy Association Of Greater Cleveland, Inc.

Cuyahoga County, Ohio

$10,219 Awarded

In support of LeafBridge Alternative Education (Alt Ed) program, providing specialized literacy instruction for students with complex physical, cognitive, and communication disabilities. This customized approach utilizes assistive technology, adapted materials, and specialized teaching methodologies to make reading accessible to all learners regardless of physical or communication abilities.

United Way Of Central And Northeastern Connecticut

Hartford County, Connecticut

$25,000 Awarded

Toward the United Way Readers program that recruits, trains, and pairs volunteer reading tutors with struggling students. This initiative provides consistent, one-on-one reading support to help students build skills and confidence.

United Way Of Greater Lorain County

Lorain County, Ohio

$25,000 Awarded

Towards United Community Assistance Network (UCAN), coordinating emergency assistance across multiple agencies to provide streamlined support for families in crisis. This collaborative approach enables families to access food, housing, utility, and transportation assistance through a single point of contact rather than navigating multiple agencies independently. By addressing basic needs efficiently, the program creates stability that allows children to remain focused on learning rather than survival concerns, supporting educational continuity during times of family hardship.

United Way Of Tucson And Southern Arizona

Pima County, Arizona

$26,686 Awarded

Toward My Summer Library program, preventing summer reading loss by providing books, literacy activities, and reading incentives to students from low-income families throughout the summer months. Students receive collections of age-appropriate books to build home libraries, along with activity guides that make reading interactive and engaging. By maintaining reading habits during summer break, the program prevents the typical regression in reading skills that disproportionately affects students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

United Way Of West Central Connecticut

Hartford County, Connecticut

$25,000 Awarded

Toward Pathways to Success, Nurturing Youth and Early Learners which includes Bristol Early Learning Childhood Alliance and the Kids in the Middle (KIM) program. Both programs are integral to inspiring and empowering the community to create lasting impact, with a focus on Youth Opportunity, Healthy Communities, and Financial Security. Together these programs address critical needs providing opportunities for students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

University Of Arizona Foundation

Pima County, Arizona

$15,489 Awarded

In support of Algorithms: Merging Creativity and Coding for Young Innovators introduces computer science concepts through creative, accessible projects designed to engage students traditionally underrepresented in technology fields. This initiative specifically focuses on increasing gender diversity in STEM by making computational thinking appealing through artistic and creative applications that resonate with diverse learning styles. Female students develop coding skills while addressing real-world challenges, building both technical capabilities and confidence in their ability to succeed in technology careers.

University Of Washington Foundation

San Juan County, Washington

$70,000 Awarded

In support of the Friday Harbor Labs K-12 Science Outreach Program provides immersive marine science education through field experiences and classroom visits that connect students with the unique ecosystems of the San Juan Islands. Over two years, this initiative will bring students into direct contact with working scientists, research facilities, and marine habitats, inspiring environmental stewardship and scientific curiosity. By leveraging the university's research facilities as educational resources, the program builds authentic connections between academic science and K-12 education.

Village For Families & Children, The

Hartford County, Connecticut

$25,000 Awarded

Towards the Village Early Childhood Literacy Support program that provides comprehensive intervention for young children at risk of reading difficulties due to trauma, poverty, or developmental delays. Through language-rich classroom environments, specialized therapeutic interventions, and family literacy resources, the program addresses early language gaps while supporting social-emotional development. The dual-generation approach equips parents with strategies to support literacy at home while providing direct services to children, creating consistent literacy-rich experiences across settings.

Vine Maple Place

King County, Washington

$25,000 Awarded

Toward two academic support programs (STEAM & SPARK clubs), providing comprehensive educational interventions for students experiencing housing instability or family crisis. This holistic approach recognizes that students in crisis require support for emotional regulation and social skills alongside academic instruction to maintain educational progress during family instability.

Watkinson School

Hartford County, Connecticut

$10,000 Awarded

Toward the SPHERE Summer Program, offering enriching academic and cultural experiences for students from underrepresented backgrounds, preparing them for success in challenging educational environments. Participants engage in rigorous academic coursework, cultural experiences, leadership development, and college preparation activities in a supportive community of peers and mentors. This preparatory program builds academic skills, cultural capital, and social networks that support educational achievement and college readiness for students with high potential but limited resources.

Wellspring Family Services

King County, Washington

$4,025 Awarded

In support of Wellspring's Early Learning Center, addressing the unique needs of young children experiencing or at-risk of homelessness in the Puget Sound region. Through a trauma-informed curriculum, stable, nurturing teacher relationships and predictable daily routines, the program creates psychological safety that allows young children to engage in learning, developing the cognitive, social, and emotional skills needed to transition to kindergarten successfully.

World Savvy

Lorain County, Ohio

$15,000 Awarded

In support of a culturally-responsive and globally-focused program that supports students through hands-on collaborative projects to become engaged citizens and innovative thinkers in an increasingly interconnected world. In addition, educators receive professional development in global competence education.

World Savvy

Alameda County, California

$24,525 Awarded

In support of a culturally-responsive and globally-focused program that supports students through hands-on collaborative projects to become engaged citizens and innovative thinkers in an increasingly interconnected world. In addition, educators receive professional development in global competence education.

Grants Awarded in 2025

In 2025, The Stocker Foundation’s Board of Trustees approved 69 competitive grants totaling $1.6 million, supporting children and families in eight communities across the United States.