The Gilbert Education Foundation has launched its annual "Power of One" campaign to support Gilbert Public Schools. 

The foundation is a nonprofit focused on supporting every student, every educator and every campus in the Gilbert Public Schools district. Since 2001, GEF has raised over $3 million for:

• classroom innovation grants for teachers;
• STEAM programs on campuses;
• student and staff scholarships;
• and emergency help for families and GPS staff through the S.H.A.N.E. program.

Last year, the campaign raised $29,721. This year, the goal is to raise $37,000 — a dollar for every student and every member of GPS staff. By reaching $37,000, the campaign aims to positively impact 37,000-plus students and employees.

Sun Valley Builders are back for the fourth year as the campaign corporate sponsor, matching up to $2,500 in donations.

Those who donate $50 or more receive a "Real Households of Gilbert support Gilbert Education Foundation" t-shirt while supplies last.

Each year, the campaign runs two contests, with prizes for the school communities that raise the most. Last year, Gilbert Classical Academy came in first, closely followed by Canyon Rim Elementary in second, and Gilbert High School in third.

This year, the school that raises the most money will receive $1,000, second place will receive $750, and third place will receive $500.

A $100 Amazon gift card will also be given each week to the highest single donation received.

Those who wish to learn more about how the funds are used to support every student and every staff member on every campus please can visit www.gefaz.org to view details of previous projects, grants, and scholarships.