Supporting a Brighter Future for Southern Lehigh SD
The mission of the Southern Lehigh Education Foundation (SLEF) is to help enrich the educational environment, provide innovative learning opportunities, and forge a deeper educational experience for all students of Southern Lehigh School District through creative, supplemental funding.
Founded in 2005, The Southern Lehigh Education Foundation (SLEF) is a non-partisan 501 (c)3 volunteer organization created to enhance the educational opportunities of students enrolled in Southern Lehigh School District. In 2023, post the Covid-19 pandemic uncertainty, SLEF was reinstated with the voting of a new executive board as well as a renewed focus on achievable initiatives.
Through the creative use of community partnerships, government grants and generous donations from individuals and alumni, SLEF works closely with the Southern Lehigh administration and school board to help supplement and initiate innovative opportunities for its students.
Raised to Date
$68,916
Our Fundraising Goal
$250,000
Current Initiatives
SLEF works hard to identify areas of need within SLSD where funding could be supplemented. This could be spearheading a major project or by providing assistance to enhance areas with limited budget funds. Our top initiatives each year are selected by working closely with the students, staff and district administration at SLSD.
Community Partnerships Help Us Succeed
We want to hear from you! The Southern Lehigh SD community is made up of talented businesses and individuals whose skillset might be of use to help achieve success in our program goals. Learn more about all the ways you could help SLEF achieve innovative success for SLSD through unique partnerships, donations or even volunteering. Together we can make a difference.
Corporate Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program
Through Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC), eligible companies can receive tax credits for contributions to innovative educational programs, such as the Southern Lehigh Education Foundation (SLEF). Subject to approval, companies can receive tax credits equal to 75% of their contribution (up to $750,000 per taxable year) or up to 90% for two-year charitable commitments, while also helping to enrich the lives of the Southern Lehigh School District students.
SLEF Donation Hall of Fame
