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SchoolPower is a non-profit education foundation with the mission to enrich the education and support the well-being of all children in the Laguna Beach Unified School District. We achieve our mission by providing programs, raising funds, and uniting the community in support of Laguna Beach students.

our programs:

educator grants

family support services

athletics fund

after-school enrichment (SPASE)

join us!

2025-2026 SchoolPower events

Match Monday

The perfect day to get your Laguna Locals Card, secure tickets to the annual gala, and support Laguna Beach students! Every dollar is matched on this date, as a kick off of SchoolPower’s Wave of Giving in October.

September 29, 2025

Homecoming Huddle

Let’s support our football team before the big Homecoming game! Join SchoolPower for a festive Homecoming Huddle—it’s a pre-game party you won’t want to miss. Swing by with the whole fam for a FREE hot dog or hamburger and create school spirit and good vibes at this vibrant community event. Go BEACH!

October 3, 2025

Dodgeball

SchoolPower’s Dodgeball Tournament has connected the community for 14 years as a “fun-raiser” for Laguna Beach schools. The event involves hundreds of players and volunteers for fierce competition, complete with crazy costumes.

October 15, 2025

Lumberyard Chef Challenge

Conceived and hosted by Suzanne and Cary Redfearn, this unique dinner brings together school principals and SchoolPower supporters for a tasty evening in support of our schools.

January 26, 2026

40th Annual Gala

Support SchoolPower’s important mission for students and families while enjoying an evening of cocktails, dinner, and dancing. This year’s theme is Anchor’s Up—a yacht-rock inspired evening at the Balboa Bay Resort.

March 7, 2026

Three Clubs Barefoot Canyon Classic

We are indebted to Mark Christy and his incredibly generous team at Hobie and The Ranch for hosting this unconventional golf tournament to benefit SchoolPower. This event sells out quickly…May the Fourth be with you to secure a winning fivesome!

May 4, 2026