Our Mission…

To invest in an equitable and empowered future for Champaign Urbana by strengthening the community’s commitment to our public schools, teachers, and students.

Strong Foundation. Promising Future.

CU Schools Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization designed to enhance the quality of education in Champaign-Urbana through community support of the public schools. The Foundation’s mission is to invest in an equitable and empowered future for Champaign-Urbana by strengthening the community’s commitment to our public schools, teachers, and students.

The Champaign Urbana Schools Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization; our EIN # is 37-1273798

As of FY23, CUSF has funded over $2.5 million of locally-raised dollars to our schools, through grants, targeted gifts, scholarships and endowed funds.