Spring Branch ISD Featured News

The Spring Branch Education Foundation (SBEF) brought together community partners, volunteers, and supporters for a day of friendly competition and meaningful impact at its annual Sporting Clay Tournament, held Monday, February 1, 2026, at the Greater Houston Sports Club. The tournament raised $184,195 to benefit Spring Branch ISD students and schools, setting a new fundraising record for this signature event.

Led by Co-Chairs Chris Badger and Jason Cart, the event featured 52 teams united around a shared purpose: supporting educational excellence across the district. “We’re grateful to everyone who spent their day on the course with us,” said Cart.

“Your support turns a great event into lasting opportunities for students across Spring Branch ISD.” The Foundation extends special recognition to event sponsors NewTrust Real Estate, Creekside Risk Management - World Insurance, Recana - Suzanne & Adam Stiles, Group 1 Automotive, and First Community Cares Foundation, whose leadership support helped make the event possible. SBEF also offers sincere thanks to every team, sponsor, volunteer, and participant who contributed to the tournament’s success.

“Every team and sponsor helps open doors of opportunity for SBISD students,” said SBEF Executive Director Cece Thompson.

“Funds raised through the Sporting Clay Tournament directly support scholarships for graduating seniors, classroom grants for teachers, and programs that ensure all students have the resources they need to succeed.”

For more information about the Spring Branch Education Foundation and how to support its mission, visit www.sbef.springbranchisd.com.

About Spring Branch Education Foundation

Established in 1993, the Spring Branch Education Foundation partners with the community to fund programs that enhance education in Spring Branch ISD. Since its founding, SBEF has raised millions of dollars to support SBISD students, teachers, and schools through campus grants, student scholarships, and the distribution of school supplies across the district.