A new school year brings new energy, new opportunities, and a new chance to invest in Burlingame students. The start of a new school year is an exciting time for students and families. It’s a time to build new routines and relationships as students jump in to learn, grow, and discover what the year ahead has in store. At BCE, it’s also the start of our annual fundraising campaign. The 2026 BCE Fall Drive is officially underway! After an incredible 2025, filled with community

End-of-year Scholars Circle parties celebrated the generosity and vision of BCE's most dedicated supporters. Throughout May and June, BCE welcomed Scholars Circle donors to a series of intimate gatherings hosted by school communities across the district. These events offered an opportunity for supporters to connect with one another, hear from school leaders, and celebrate the collective impact of donors who believe deeply in public education. While the gatherings themselves w

BCE’s spring reception offers a rare opportunity for donors to engage directly with city and school leaders shaping our community. On the evening of April 29, members of the Burlingame Community for Education Foundation (BCE) Leadership Circle gathered at the Burlingame Woman’s Club for a special spring reception that brought together donors, city leaders, and school district leadership for an evening of meaningful conversation and connection. In an intimate setting designed

A sold-out crowd, spirited bidding, and a whole lot of heart helped this year’s Soirée raise almost $300K for Burlingame public schools. BCE’s Saddle Up Soirée brought a sold-out crowd of over 250 guests together on March 21, 2026 for a lively celebration at CuriOdyssey’s Redwood Room. The evening combined country chic style with high-energy fun, as parents, educators, and community members gathered to support Burlingame public schools. Guests enjoyed a festive night of cockt

Saturday, March 21, 2026 @CuriOdyssey in San Mateo 🌵 This year, BCE is bringing a one-of-a-kind evening where country chic meets ranch-style charm in the spectacular Redwood Room at CuriOdyssey. 🤠 Step into a night of live music, tasty eats, and spirited company as we come together to celebrate generosity, friendship, and the bright future of our students. Guests will enjoy rustic elegance, lively energy, and heartfelt gratitude, all in support of Burlingame Public Schoo

Get ready! The 2026 Read-a-thon is coming in January! Create your fundraising page, get your reading list ready and read all the details to be in the know before the Read-a-Thon kicks off in January!

Champagne, music, and community set the tone for a memorable evening celebrating the Foundation’s top honor. The Burlingame Public Library’s main branch hosted more than one hundred members of the BCE community on Sunday evening, November 16, for an intimate reception recognizing this year’s Distinguished Service Award honorees. The BCE Distinguished Service Award is an annual award recognizing exemplary volunteer service, leadership, and commitment to the mission to help Bu

Community gathered to honor donors and mark a milestone in long-term support for Burlingame schools. The Burlingame Community for Education Foundation (BCE) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 18 at the BCE Endowment Donor Recognition Plaza, located in front of the Burlingame Intermediate School theater. The event celebrated the creation of the BCE Endowment Founders Circle and recognized the donors whose early generosity has helped build a lasting source of support

At the second annual Leadership Circle gathering, the Mayor, Superintendent, and BCE leaders highlight how community support powers...

Parents, teachers, donors, and local businesses gather to honor Burlingame’s everyday champions. Capes, masks, and plenty of laughter...

BCE Fall Drive kicks off our fundraising for the school year. Help us start strong by investing in our students today and receive a...

A new look, more prizes, and special events brought new energy to this year's Read-a-thon week, and boosted fundraising 10 percent over...

Get ready! The 2025 Read-a-thon is coming soon! Keep reading to be in the know before the Read-a-Thon kicks off in January!

✨A Night Among the Stars, ✨ is sold out! Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the Hilton SFO Airport Bayfront in Burlingame If you would like...

A hearty congratulations to honorees Angela and David Dubovsky, Vanessa and Jonathan Bass, and Fabiola and Dan Price, as they receive our...

The kick-off reception featured a Q&A with elected leaders, focused on the challenges of public school funding in Burlingame. On the...

The BCE Fall Drive kicks off our fundraising for the school year. Help us start strong by investing in our students today, and receive a...

Participation Rates below are updated daily during Read-a-thon, Jan 22 - 26. Click here for our ⭐FINAL⭐ Participation and Fundraising...

IMPORTANT DATES • TRACK MINUTES • FUNDRAISE • PRIZES • EVENTS • FAQS • MAKE A DONATION • PARTICIPATION RATES The BCE Read-a-thon...

November 4, 2023 Venue FAQs What a night! Together we raised $194,350 for our Burlingame Schools. Thank you to all who attended, raised...