Bearden High School Foundation/Knoxville, Tennessee

Making a difference in the classroom and across the campus

The Bearden Foundation raises funds to provide school materials, training, teaching tools, scholarships, club and team projects, and other opportunities in and out of the classroom.

Every dollar makes a difference at Bearden High School!

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What school programs benefit from your donation?

Academic

Whether it’s text books, lab equipment or technology, the Foundation supports the work of our teachers and students.

Athletic

Sports are a big part of the Bearden experience and the Foundation helps our coaches and players be their best.

Artistic

From musical instruments to microphones, the Foundation provides our school with tools to create and perform.

Investing in our students and community

GIFTS

Each semester, the Foundation evaluates requests for financial assistance made by teachers, administrators and others at BHS.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Each year, the Foundation offers scholarships to graduating seniors

to reward

achievement in a

variety of endeavors.

ALUMNI

From the Alumnus of the Year award to our Alumni Giving campaign, the Foundation celebrates and unites our BHS community.

“I am grateful for the on-going support of our BHS Foundation, and invite you to join with them in helping us continue to provide the excellent education experience and opportunities that you have come to expect from Bearden High School."

-Debbie Sayers, BHS Principal

"With state and county education budgets tight, our fundraising dollars remain as important as ever. Sometimes a basic need is unmet and sometimes it takes investment to go from good to great. Helping Bearden teachers and administrators is a rewarding experience."

-John Standifer, Foundation President 2020-21

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Each year the Foundation funds as many classroom projects as possible and sets aside critical funds for a significant capital project. Money raised supports everything from academics, theater, and band to security, administration, and teacher development.

Every dollar makes a difference and all donations are tax-deductible.

Some of our most popular giving levels are:

Provide funds for educational enrichment opportunities for Bearden High School students.

ORGANIZING

Establish a structure for individual and corporate contributions, testamentary gifts, and designated grants.

COLLABORATION

Work with the school staff and administration to identify areas of need within the school.