Excellence in Education

Fifth Annual Celebration

Health, Wellness & Workforce Readiness

As the conversation around health and wellness keeps evolving, it’s more important than ever to help students grow through experiential learning. That’s why we’re working to expand wellness education for Henrico students and the wider community, giving them tools to thrive in all aspects of life. Henrico County Public Schools (HCPS) and the Henrico Education Foundation are committed to preparing students for life—covering everything from physical and emotional health to financial wellness.

Over the past four years, Henrico Education Foundation’s Excellence in Education Celebration has raised over $1.15 million in direct support for HCPS. With obstacles like learning loss, absenteeism, and mental health struggles on the rise, our public schools are facing unprecedented challenges. The impact is far-reaching, especially for businesses and community leaders looking for healthy, well-prepared graduates who are ready to enroll, enlist, and/or enter the workforce.

We invite you to sponsor the Fifth Annual Excellence in Education Celebration on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the Science Museum of Virginia. It’s going to be an interactive evening where you can dive into HCPS Workforce and Career Development Programs, as well as HEF’s LifeReady Solutions. These initiatives empower students to explore health and wellness disciplines and investigate careers like practical nursing, sports medicine, pharmacy tech, and veterinary science.

Event

Come join us for networking, craft cocktails, small plates, and the chance to connect with students and educators. See firsthand what sets Henrico County Public Schools apart in preparing LifeReady students for the future workforce. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to engage in conversations that matter and discover how we can work together to prioritize health and wellness in Henrico County.

View photos and highlights from our 2024 celebration event

Sponsorship

As a sponsor of the Henrico Education Foundation’s Fifth Annual Excellence in Education Celebration, your brand will be showcased to a community of like-minded individuals and organizations. Gain high visibility leading up to the event through social media and HEF’s website, along with outstanding sponsor benefits during the event, where over 500 community leaders will gather to celebrate and support the foundation. You will also join a generous donor community that includes a broad coalition of individuals, businesses, local nonprofits, and foundations. Together we continue to fund excellence and innovation in our schools and provide programs and opportunities that improve student outcomes and promote whole-person wellness.

Thursday, April 10, 2025
Science Museum of Virginia
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

View sponsorship opportunities and make a commitment today!

For more information, contact:
Jay Shively, Chief Development Officer
jshively@henricogives.org or (804) 877-9401