We are deeply grateful for the consistent and dedicated donors who form the backbone of the CU Schools Foundation. Because of you, teachers are able to make every dollar stretch farther as they create meaningful projects, field trips, and learning experiences that inspire students of all ages, abilities, and dreams for the future.

Here’s the truth: our teachers need your support now more than ever. And the earlier you make your annual gift, the more effectively we can plan for the remainder of the school year – maximizing the impact of programs like classroom grants (Innovative Ideas!), Adopt-A-School Pilot Program (Long Term Investment in the Future), and our new On-Call Teacher Allies program (Filling Immediate Needs).

Join the 365 Club 

For just $1 a day ($31/month or $365 annually), you can join our 365 Club — a community of donors who ensure students across Champaign-Urbana have access to opportunities that spark imagination, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Step Up to IDEA Partner 

If you’re able to show an even deeper level of commitment, consider becoming an IDEA Partner at $42/month (less than $1.50 a day). Your support makes projects possible like:

  • Coding robots for a classroom 

  • Baby chick hatching for PreK students 

  • Piano curriculum for elementary school music classrooms

As a thank-you, IDEA Partners also receive two tickets to our annual Distinguished Alumni Celebration in Spring 2026.

Amplify as an IMPACT Partner

For an even greater level of influence, join us as an IMPACT Partner at $83/month (less than $3 a day). Your generosity funds projects such as:

  • Hydroponic vegetable gardens that provide both hands on science education and food for multiple classrooms

  • Local field trips for up to 75 students (an entire grade level!)

IMPACT Partners receive four tickets to the Distinguished Alumni Celebration and the knowledge that their giving is transforming entire classrooms and schools.

Corporate Community Partners

If you own a business, would you consider joining us as a Corporate Community Partner? Our Scholar, High Honor Roll, and Principal’s Circle Givers not only receive our undying gratitude — but also a host of recognition benefits, including:

  • Regular features in social and traditional media outlets

  • Tickets to and recognition at our events

  • Exclusive shout-outs within the education community 

In addition to these levels, we also offer School-Specific Champion Partnerships and Named Signature Event Sponsorships. Please reach out to discuss what level of partnership is right for your business — and how you can invest in both our students and our community’s future.

Double Your Impact

Already giving? Thank you! If an increase isn’t possible this year, would you consider sharing this opportunity with a friend? By inviting one more caring community member to join for just $1 a day, you can essentially double your impact – ensuring even more students and teachers feel the support of our community.

Copy and paste and send to a friend:

Small gifts, big impact. I know you to be a caring and generous individual who wants to see our community and youth thrive. For just $1 a day, we can help teachers spark curiosity, fund projects, and invest in the future of Champaign-Urbana. I’m in the 365 Club — will you join me? < https://cuschoolsfoundation.org/donate-now/ >

 

FOR CHECKS MAIL DONATIONS TO: CU Schools Foundation / PO BOX 1166 / Champaign, IL 61824-1166

OR CLICK HERE to set up a recurring monthly donation

If you prefer to pay by credit card via phone – please call us at 217-398-2873 or email us (info@cuschoolsfoundation.org) and we will be happy to call you!