Community Matters: Dollars4Schools
Dollars4Schools
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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On our latest episode of Community Matters, we are joined by Ona Johnson to talk about Dollars4Schools, a program of the Santa Fe Community Foundation that’s making a big impact in classrooms across our community.
Ona, our Board & Community Relations Manager, is no stranger to this work. Born and raised in Santa Fe, she first joined the Foundation as the Director of Dollars4Schools and continues to lead the program today, working closely with educators, families, and supporters to ensure that every student has the tools they need to succeed.
Dollars4Schools provides public and charter school educators in Santa Fe with the resources they need to bring creative classroom projects to life and meet essential student needs. Whether it’s art supplies, science kits, or basic necessities, local donors make it all possible — one classroom at a time.
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About Community Matters
Our monthly radio show invites subject experts and community leaders to talk about the challenges and inequities our region faces and possible solutions that could contribute to its growth. Hosted by Santa Fe Community Foundation staff, Community Matters airs on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00 PM on KSFR (101.1 FM). Listen to past episodes here.
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