Build your legacy
The Because Foundation
We support the success of the next generation by partnering with CTEC. At CTEC, all students experience an integrated curriculum, rigorous academic standards and relevant industry-specific skills. Students directly apply and connect academic knowledge with technical skills to graduate with a competitive advantage as they head into their career of choice.
Hands-On Education
Real-World Experience
Life-Changing Opportunities
Prioritizing Education that Prioritizes Students.
Supporting schooling like CTEC offers students a chance to shine with hands-on learning, closer instruction, career-oriented curriculum, and increased comprehension.
$1,000,000+
Raised, to launch the CTEC Behavioral Health & Human Services and Aviation Programs.
$17,000
In scholarships, awarded towards their future career goals over the past two years.
100%
Graduation Rate, thanks to our educators focused on giving comprehension-driven, hands-on learning to local students.
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Here is how CTEC is showing up in the community.
You’re Invited to the Chuck Lee Scholarship For Hope Award Ceremony
Are you ready to celebrate a remarkable individual and support the next generation of changemakers? The Chuck Lee Scholarship For Hope Award Ceremony, presented by The Because Foundation, is just around the corner and we couldn't be more excited to share this special...
Spreading Hope and Warmth: CTEC Students Assemble 200 Bags of Compassion for Vulnerable Community Members
In a remarkable display of compassion and generosity, the students of CTEC came together to assemble 200 Bags of Hope for the most vulnerable members of their community. These bags, filled with essential items and messages of encouragement, were aimed at providing...
CTEC’s Innovative Programs in Aviation and Behavioral Health
As an organization committed to supporting educational initiatives that empower students to pursue their passions, The Because Foundation would like to highlight the remarkable progress made by CTEC (Career Technical Education Center) in their quest to provide...
Our Story
Honoring the legacy of Chuck Lee, Krina has formed the Because Foundation to further his endeavors in local education. Salem-Keizer Public Schools have seen an increase in overcrowding, a desire for innovative technology, and a need for career-oriented learning opportunities. The Because Foundation is here to supply those needs. Will you join us?
Our Why
- ZBecause it needs to be done.
- ZBecause we're the right people to do it.
- ZBecause it needs to be done now.
Make an Impact
There’s a lot at stake here.
Here is how you can help in your local community
Overcrowding
Class sizes are out of control. Educators are beyond max capacity and are not equipped to provide consistent direction and encouragement to students on an individual basis anymore. This is why CTEC is an incredible option. Students are able to go to hands-on classes where the teachers know their name.
Lack of Innovation
With a boon in technological advancements, trauma-informed methods, and economic changes, school districts could be providing additional instruction and resources to their teachers and staff. Instead, things have remained stagnant. CTEC provides an opportunity for local students to be part of a new movement in education and life skills.
The Achievement Gap
Teaching to the test is often a higher priority than ensuring each student truly comprehends and commits the curriculum to long-term memory. Why? Metrics. Well, even though the data is nice, our workforce is less prepared than ever before when they graduate high school. CTEC provides career-centric curriculum to ensure students leave on the right foot.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”
― Margaret Mead
A big thank you
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