Courtesy of: National Alliance for Public Charter Schools
The Fisher family, through their philanthropic efforts, have significantly contributed to the growth and success of high-quality public charter schools, particularly the KIPP network. Their investments have inspired more entrepreneurs to enter the charter school space and have led to substantial innovations in education. The Fishers, led by Scott Hamilton, aimed to make a meaningful difference in education, which has resulted in closing the opportunity gap between inner-city students and their own children and grandchildren. This is exemplified by a KIPP student, Revan, graduating from Princeton, highlighting the success of the Fisher family’s educational investments and their personal satisfaction in seeing the positive impact on individual lives.
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Fisher Family’s Philanthropic Efforts in Education
- Nina Rees highlights the Fisher fund’s significant role in supporting high-quality public charter schools and their investments in the KIPP network.
- John Fisher recounts how his father, Don, and Doris Fisher’s foundation, led by Scott Hamilton, sought to make a meaningful difference in education.
- Doris Fisher shares her personal connection to education, noting how it has moved from the back page of newspapers to the front page.
- Michael L. Lomax emphasizes the crucial role of the Fisher Family in the success of KIPP, particularly in closing the opportunity gap for inner-city students.
Impact of Fisher Family’s Investments
- John Fisher discusses the personal and individual impact of the Fisher family’s investments, particularly in the lives of KIPP students.
- Doris Fisher mentions her ongoing connection with KIPP students, including her granddaughter’s recent graduation from Princeton.
- Tracy McDaniel highlights the equal opportunities provided by the Fisher family, allowing students like her to achieve similar success to the Fisher family’s own grandchildren.
- Ravonne Nevels, a KIPP alumna, expresses her pride in being the first KIPP student to graduate from Princeton, thanks to the Fisher family’s support.
Personal Satisfaction and Legacy
- John Fisher describes Ravonne Nevels as an exceptional kid, reflecting the Fisher family’s pride in her achievements.
- Doris Fisher expresses the immense satisfaction she feels from seeing the positive impact of their investments in education.
- The conversation underscores the Fisher family’s commitment to closing the opportunity gap and providing equal educational opportunities for all students.
- The Fisher family’s legacy in education is celebrated, with a focus on the long-term impact of their investments and support.
