ABOUT US
Welcome to Gibson Ek Foundation, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to transforming the traditional education model and empowering students to take control of their learning. Our mission is to provide students with the resources, support, and tools they need to lead, innovate, motivate, and build lasting impact in their communities.
At Gibson Ek Foundation, we believe that students are capable of achieving great things when they are given the freedom to explore and pursue their passions. We envision a future where students take charge of their learning, develop leadership skills, and become active agents of change in their communities.
We achieve our mission through the acronym CLIMB, which represents our core values:
Community Impact: We believe that projects can achieve lasting impact in the community if funded properly. By supporting student-led projects, we aim to create positive change in the community and build a better future for all.
Lead: Our organization empowers students to take charge of their learning and lead their fellow students to new heights. By engaging in learning that is more interesting to them, while meeting public school curriculum standards, students can unlock their potential and achieve their goals.
Innovate: We encourage big picture thinking backed by bigger budgets to allow students to innovate beyond their current reach. Our goal is to foster a culture of creativity, exploration, and innovation that will inspire students to push the boundaries of what is possible.
Motivate: We believe that students have the power to motivate and inspire their fellow students and their community. By planning and managing projects that make the community better, students deepen their understanding of themselves and the world around them.
Build: Finally, we recognize the importance of building a sustainable future for our students. The funds donated to CLIMB will build upon themselves, allowing us to keep the project funding in perpetuity. With 99% of the funds going to student-led projects, we aim to create a sustainable source of support for our students.
We are a non-profit organization with oversight from state legislators to ensure the appropriate use of funds. Our endowment fund generates income that is used to fund the PTSA and student projects, with no influence from the foundation. This ensures that 100% of the funds go directly to supporting our students.
Join us in our mission to create a brighter future for our students and our communities.
Our Non-Profit Details
EIN: 92-0781312
Address: 3020 Issaquah-Pine Lk. Rd. SE, Suite 301, Sammamish, WA 98075
Contact Phone #: 408-309-7072
Download our 501 (c)(3) document here
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With your support
we can help students climb to new heights, achieve their goals, and build a better world for all.