Californians Dedicated to Education Foundation (CDE Foundation) serves as the fiscal manager for the California Department of Education (CDE), managing private donations to invest directly in the state's public education system, which serves nearly 6 million students. The organization supports the CDE's mission to provide a world-class education for all students, from early childhood to adulthood, preparing them for success in a multicultural and multilingual world. The CDE Foundation is committed to creating systemic change that supports all children, teachers, and administrators, focusing on educational equity and ensuring each child has access to an educational experience that prepares them for success. They collaborate with the CDE, labor unions, nonprofits, schools, and businesses to develop programs funded by private donations, addressing areas such as STEAM, distance learning, and family engagement. The foundation was founded in 2011 and has raised over $32 million to support innovative educational programs.
