Help sustain and enhance STEAM learning opportunities for students of Franklin Elementary STEAM Magnet.


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The Friends of Franklin Elementary School Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit educational foundation. All donations are 100% tax-deductible. Our tax ID number is 81-2519500

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Provide auction items for our annual fundraising event or support classroom and extracurricular learning by purchasing an item from our wish list!

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If you’re interested in supporting Friends of Franklin Foundation, please email info@friendsoffranklinfoundation.org to get started.

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Caden McMahon Memorial Fund

Our Impact


$340,000+

Funds Raised

$5,000

In STEAM Tinker Lab Supplies

26

Grants Provided To Teachers*

As well as:

  • Provided 26 grants to teachers for classroom library books, hands-on learning tools, classroom furniture, PE equipment, and more!
  • Provided support for more than 20 STEAM related programs or field trips for students focused on art, music, dance, science, cooking and museums
  • Supported a Lion King drama performance, tech titans and literacy tutoring for students
  • Partnered with the PTA and supported Steam Experience Night for students and families
  • Funded a STEAM Program Coordinator position for 2 years
  • Funded a teacher to provide in-person instruction for high needs students before school fully reopened in 2020
  • Provided essential at-home learning supplies for all students in 2020

News & Events


10th Annual Franklin Fest!

Sunday, May 3, 2026
2:00-5:00

Join us on Sunday, May 3, 2026, for Franklin Fest, our in-person and online silent auction benefiting Franklin Elementary, a Title 1 school serving the City Heights, Kensington, and Talmadge communities. Hosted in-person at Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant, the event will also include an online auction component, allowing friends, family, and supporters near and far to […]


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Jog-A-Thon Friday October 3, 2025

Friday, October 3, 2025
8:00-12:00

Save the Date: Franklin Elementary’s annual Jog-A-Thon is happening on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Fundraising kicks off on Monday, September 15 and runs through Friday, October 10. Student packets will go home on September 15 with details on how to register, prizes, race day logistics, and how the Friends […]


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Franklin Play Date

Sunday, September 14, 2025
3:00-4:00

Join us Sunday September 14, 2025 at Kensington Park (next to the Library) for an opportunity to meet and play with other Franklin students. 4121 Adams Avenue


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