Renton Teachers and Local Organizations
Receive $30,000 in Grants

January 14, 2005 - Ten Renton teachers, a three-member teaching team at Hillcrest Special Services, elementary and middle school PTSAs and 21 other local community organizations today received a combined $30,000 in grant money from the Renton Community Foundation Circle of Giving and Maxwell Fund for Youth and Families.

The money is granted as part of the annual Circle of Giving campaign created by the Renton Community Foundation board and supported by the generous donations of local individuals to create a legacy of philanthropic giving and shape the future of Renton communities. Additional financial support was provided by the Maxwell Fund for Youth & Families, created by Renton School Board member Marcie Maxwell and her husband Steve, to empower the youth of Renton through support for education and literacy. This wonderful venture helps cultivate an atmosphere of growth and strength in the community, making it an exceptional place to live, learn, work and play.

Teachers who received grants were: