Friends of Solar Prep is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization comprised of dedicated parents and community leaders committed to advancing educational equity and excellence. Our mission is to ensure that every student at the Solar Preparatory Schools has access to the resources, enrichment, and opportunities needed to reach their fullest potential.

Established in 2015, Friends of Solar Prep serves as a vital partner to Solar Prep for Girls and Solar Prep for Boys—two academically rigorous and inclusive campuses—by raising funds that directly support student experiences and educator development.

Our primary purpose is to help close the gap between public funding and the actual needs of our schools, empowering both campuses to deliver the transformative learning environment our scholars deserve.

Friends of Solar Prep -

Friends of Solar Prep -

Where Purpose Meets Action

Since its founding, Friends of Solar Prep has had a lasting impact on the scholars, educators, and families of Solar Preparatory Schools for Girls and Boys. Through dedicated fundraising and community engagement, the organization has raised over $2 million, directly enhancing the educational experience and expanding opportunities for students across both campuses.

This investment has supported high-quality STEAM programming, professional learning for educators, and essential resources like the Peace Pantry, which provides ongoing support to families in need. Thousands of scholars have been directly impacted by these efforts, with a ripple effect that has reached countless others across the broader community.

In 2025, Friends of Solar Prep will continue its mission of empowerment with the launch of the Jennifer Turner Scholarship, honoring the legacy of Jennifer Turner, co-founder of Solar Prep for Girls. This scholarship will support graduating female scholars as they take the next step in their educational journey—ensuring that the spirit of leadership, confidence, and purpose that began at Solar continues well beyond the classroom.

Our Impact

Campus Needs 2024 - 2025



Student Enrichment
$290,000
Covers field trips, extracurricular activities, and enrichment programs.

Library Books
$40,000
Funds the purchase of diverse and engaging reading materials.

Support Solar Prep for Boys and Solar Prep for Girls Scholars through Friends of Solar Prep Foundation!

Educator Enrichment
$150,000
Supports professional development, training, and tools for teachers.

Classroom & STEAM Supplies
$116,000
Equips classrooms with science, tech, arts, and engineering tools.

Peace Pantry
$25,000
Provides food and hygiene supplies to students and families in need.

Executive Director
$110,000
Ensures nonprofit leadership and strategic program oversight.

Administrative
$27,000
Supports day-to-day operations that keep everything running smoothly.