The Dumas Education Foundation Inc. solicits, manages and distributes funds to enhance the quality of education in Dumas.

-To encourage academic excellence in Dumas schools by providing funding not available through local, state or federal sources
-To build public confindence in our school
-To put public back in public schools
-To involve the community in the support and improvement of the quality of education
-To promote and publicize the strength of Dumas schools

- The Dumas Education Foundation, Inc. received its non-profit status in December 1994.
- Since 1994, the Foundation has distributed several funds to the Grants-To-Teacher program. This program is designed to support innovative projects and creative teaching approaches in Dumas schools. Providing funding not otherwise available for such projects that have potential to enhance the learning process.
- Since 1994, the Scholarship Program has distributed over $320,000 in funds to students wishing to seek a higher level of education or a vocational agenda.