Disney Cruise Line Supports Brevard Students with Back-to-School Readiness Grants

August 4, 2025 – (Brevard Schools Foundation Press Release) —Brevard Schools Foundation is excited to announce that it has received significant funding from Disney Cruise Line to help ensure local students are prepared for a successful school year. The grant will continue to support three crucial initiatives that provide essential resources and opportunities for Brevard Public Schools students.

The funding includes:

• The Supply Zone for Teachers – A free resource center providing teachers with the school supplies they need to support classroom instruction, and the Back-to-School Giveaway event, which offered backpacks filled with essential supplies for students in need.
• Take Stock in Children – Brevard Program – Supporting mentoring, college readiness, and scholarship opportunities for underserved students in grades 7-12. This initiative connects students with mentors, guiding them toward academic success and college preparedness.
• Endeavour Elementary School – Providing the school with resources to meet the unique back-to-school needs of its students, ensuring that every child has access to necessary materials and support for a successful start to their educational journey.

With over 57% of Brevard Public Schools students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, many families face challenges when it comes to affording basic school supplies. This grant will help ease those burdens and equip thousands of students for success in the classroom.

“Disney Cruise Line is proud to support local students in Brevard County as they kick off a new school year,” said Beth Thibodaux, Director of External Affairs, Disney Cruise Line. “For more than 15 years, we’ve partnered with the Brevard Schools Foundation to help empower local children and inspire a strong start to the school year.”

The generous contributions from Disney Cruise Line reflect a deep commitment to community and the power of education. Together, we’re working to create brighter futures for the students of Brevard County.

For additional more information about Brevard Schools Foundation and how you can support students and educators, please visit www.brevardschoolsfoundation.org.

ABOUT BREVARD SCHOOLS FOUNDATION:

Brevard Schools Foundation fills educational funding and opportunity gaps at all 85 Brevard Public Schools for more than 74,300 students and 5,000 teachers by supporting innovation, engaging communities, and changing lives. Funds come from private contributions, corporate support, public matching funds, fundraising and endowments. The Brevard Schools Foundation is nationally ranked for their role in supporting public education in Brevard County and earned the designation of “Foundation of Excellence” from the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations.