DALLAS EDUCATION FOUNDATION

The Dallas Education Foundation (DEF) is the official nonprofit philanthropic partner of the Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD). The organization mobilizes corporate, foundation, and individual support to fund district-priority programs that expand early learning, advance literacy, prepare students for college and careers, and champion educators. DEF serves all Dallas ISD students (the district’s student population is reported on the foundation site and impact materials) and aligns its investments with the district’s strategic priorities and racial equity lens. The EIN provided (20-5533398 / digits 205533398) matches DEF’s IRS Form 990 filings and public nonprofit profiles, confirming this profile refers to the Dallas, Texas organization operating as the district’s designated philanthropic partner. In recent years DEF has published an Annual Impact Report (2025), maintained audited financial statements, and run districtwide initiatives and grant programs (including Heart of Teaching teacher grants, career-readiness programs, literacy projects, and summer learning partnerships) reported on its website and in its public filings from 2023–2026.