The Fund was established in 1982 as the non-profit partner to New York City Public Schools (NYCPS), the largest school system in the United States.    

The Fund partners with NYCPS to offer the highest-quality experience to students across the city by raising philanthropic funds and fostering public-private partnerships aligned with the strategic priorities of NYCPS.

Through our collective efforts, The Fund has activated over $645 million to ensure that the City's nearly one million students engage in a robust learning experience and are prepared for their futures.