Improving access to education, one child at a time
Meet Investing in Kids (INK!). We’re an education nonprofit organization in Florida, supporting the St. Johns County school district.
Improving access to education, one child at a time
Meet Investing in Kids (INK!). We’re an education nonprofit organization in Florida, supporting the St. Johns County school district
What?
INK! has cultivated success for students and teachers through funding, initiatives, and inspiration since 1994. We are recognized by the state of Florida as the sole direct support organization for the St. Johns County school district.
For almost 30 years as an education nonprofit, we’ve provided tools and resources to help every child in St. Johns County reach their full academic potential.
Who?
As in education nonprofit, we support more than 3,200 teachers and 50,000 students countywide, offering our services, programs, and resources at no cost.
Who?
Currently, we support more than 3,200 teachers and 50,000 students countywide, offering our services, programs, and resources at no cost.
How?
From our community-based classroom supply initiative Tools 4 Schools, to FLY–helping to close the literacy gap for our youngest learners, to our classroom grant program Cash for Classrooms, our offerings make a measurable difference in the lives of kids and teachers year after year.
Our Mission
To provide innovative programs, teacher support, and classroom resources to support the academic success of St. Johns County public school students.
Our Impact
Over $940,000 infused into St. Johns County public school classrooms throughout the 2021-2022 school year
Over 100 classroom projects funded during the 2022-2023 school year
Over 120 Take Stock in Children scholarships awarded since 1998
Our Values
Academic Excellence
We are passionate about promoting the academic success of all students in the St. Johns County School District.
Potential
We are dedicated to having all students and teachers achieve their fullest potential.
Integrity
We are committed to honest, respect, transparency, and stewardship.
Impact
We emphasize, measure and report our results and focus on those programs and services that have proven impact.
“At RSM, we continue to support INK! as our local charity of choice, and we’re committed to giving back to our local community where we live and work. We commend INK! for enriching the lives of teachers and students in the community, and to help young people become the business leaders of tomorrow through education.”
-Mike Vergo
Northeast Florida RSM US LLP Office Leader
