3 Things to Cheer About – February 2025
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Why Your Business Should Join the Adopt-A-School Program
Supporting local schools isn’t just an act of goodwill—it’s a strategic investment in your business and the community. The CU Schools Foundation’s Adopt-A-School program provides businesses with a meaningful way to engage with local educators and students while also gaining tangible benefits. Here’s why becoming an education partner is a win-win opportunity: 1. Enhanced [...]
Music Fest Recap!
The first-ever We Are The Schools Music Fest on February 16, 2025, was an unforgettable celebration of music, education, and community spirit! Hosted at The City Center, the event brought together students, teachers, and local musicians for an afternoon and evening filled with incredible performances, inspiring stories, and meaningful connections. An Unforgettable Lineup From [...]
Music Fest FAQ: Everything You Need to Know!
CUSF Music Fest FAQ: Everything You Need to Know! With any first-time event, there are bound to be plenty of questions! We want to clarify all the details to ensure that YOU have an amazing time at the first-ever CUSF Music Fest! 🎶✨ 🎟️ Q: What’s the deal with tickets? A: Tickets are available [...]
3 Things to Cheer About – January 2025
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More Grant Opportunities for Teachers
Grant Redesign: Empowering Educators and Enhancing Opportunities At the CU Schools Foundation, we believe in empowering educators to bring their ideas to life, enriching the learning experiences of students across Champaign and Urbana. For years, our grants have provided the resources teachers need to go beyond traditional funding constraints and deliver exceptional opportunities for [...]
Support Our Schools – Fulfill a Teacher’s Wishlist
⚠️ Program Update (May 2025): This program is currently on hold as we evaluate how to best align it with our Adopt-A-School initiative. Thank you for your interest — please stay tuned for future updates! Introducing the New Teacher Wishlist Program: A Community-Wide Effort to Support Our Schools At the CU Schools Foundation (CUSF), [...]
Celebrate the Arts and Support Education at the Inaugural “We Are the Schools – Music Fest”
On behalf of the CU Schools Foundation (CUSF), we are thrilled to invite you to join us for an extraordinary day of music, community, and support for local education at the inaugural We Are the Schools – Music Fest on Sunday, February 16, 2025. This vibrant event will take place at City Center [...]
Adopt-A-School Program: Building Stronger Schools, One Partnership at a Time
At the heart of every thriving community lies a robust public school system. Quality schools not only educate our children but also draw families to live, work, and grow in the area. Recognizing this essential connection, the CU Schools Foundation (CUSF) is proud to launch the Adopt-A-School Program—a strategic initiative designed to connect our [...]