Get Involved

SUPPORT FUTURE INNOVATION

By investing in the KCI, you are providing crucial support that allows us to maintain our programs and continue to train hundreds of our region’s teachers so they can go back to the classroom and inspire their students. Donations at all levels translate into meeting specific needs—whether it is supporting groups of teachers to attend the KCI’s year long programs, supporting one teacher, supplying technology, or supporting KCI operations.  Please contact us for more information on how you can allocate your gift to meet our most pressing needs.

• $150 provides for  three units of classes taken during the school year for one educator
• $1,000 provides for a computer software license for the KCI Multimedia Lab
• $5,000 supports one educator in either the MERIT or FAME program. You can name the school or district you wish to support and/or place your name on the award.
• $5,000 provides opportunities for selected teachers to travel and present at conferences.
• $8,000 provides small equipment and technology tools which we give to our MERIT and FAME participants.
• $10,000 provides mini-grants for up to 20 MERIT and FAME teachers who submit a viable proposal for technology equipment.
• $25,000 helps support the evaluation of our programs or supports five educators in either the MERIT or FAME program.

HOW TO INVEST

• You can make a credit card donation with easy access at our secure website
• Extend your support with a monthly or quarterly pledge (optional)
• Go directly to our secure server: https://secure.entango.com/donate/fhda

• Please be sure to type “KCI” in the program field – just above the donation amount – so your donation is sure to be placed into our account.
• Alternately:
  • Go to www.foundation.fhda.edu
  • Click the “Give Now” button in upper right corner
  • Type “KCI” in the program field

• You will received an immediate email confirmation of your donation, as well as a hard copy letter

KCI 2011-2012 Annual Report [PDF]

VOLUNTEER

The KCI needs talented, enthusiastic people who are as passionate about improving education as we are. We are always looking for energetic people to work with us on special projects such as conferences and events. If you have tech skills, you might be interested in being a classroom aid. Please contact us to learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities.

STAY CONNECTED 

Staying connected to what’s happening at the KCI has never been easier.  Join our community of bloggers and contribute your thoughts and ideas about the latest technology trends in education. Contact Liane Freeman at () if you’re interested in blogging. Or sign up for our mailing list and learn about our classes, the latest KCI news, and events.

SPREAD THE WORD

Just sharing with your friends, family, and colleagues the mission the KCI and the work we do to transform education is valuable support.  Tell other educators about KCI programs and classes.  Form a team of educators to participate in KCI programs and classes. Bring a friend or colleague to the KCI for a visit. Share your story about your involvement with the KCI on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and Yelp. Join the KCI online community.

KCI Partners & Donors