Dr. Phillips Charities Awards $2.5 Million to The Cherokee School to Expand Arts & Technology Learning
On May 12, 2026, Dr. Phillips Charities announced a $2.5 million grant to support The Cherokee School, marking a major step forward in the development of a first-of-its-kind arts and technology learning model designed to prepare students for success in today’s evolving workforce.
Rather than treating arts and technology as separate disciplines, this initiative brings them together into a connected learning experience. The goal is to give students early exposure to creative problem-solving, digital tools, and hands-on exploration that reflects the skills increasingly needed across industries.
This investment reflects a broader commitment to strengthening educational pathways that are both relevant and future-focused—ensuring students have access to learning environments that inspire curiosity while building practical, real-world capabilities.
Dr. Phillips Charities is proud to support this work and grateful for the educators and leaders who continue to champion bold ideas for student success. As this initiative moves forward, it represents a collective investment not just in a school program, but in the future of how students learn, create, and prepare for what comes next.
About Dr. Phillips and Dr. Phillips Charities
Dr. P. Phillips was a visionary whose charitable contributions and entrepreneurship helped create a vibrant, thriving community in Central Florida. The Dr. Phillips name has been a major economic and philanthropic presence in the Central Florida community since the turn of the 20th century. Dr. Phillips Charities (Dr. Phillips Inc. and The Dr. P. Phillips Foundation) uses the earnings from its investment and real estate income to give financial assistance to hundreds of charities serving primarily in Orange and Osceola counties. Dr. Phillips has contributed more than $270 million in grants, pledges and program-related investments to Central Florida charities responding to the needs of the community and directly touching the lives of thousands of children and families. Learn more at www.DrPhillips.org.
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