There are TWO options for signing up for the Community Giving Circle!
1) Perennial Member
In addition to the $100 donation for the event, our Perennial Members recognize that there is an administrative cost to any giving program and are our most ardent champions. These donors graciously give an extra $10 for each grant cycle to support our work behind the scenes and ensure we can repeat the program year after year.
As a Perennial Member:
-Your seat will automatically be reserved at each gathering
-You will be allowed to vote on your favorite application even if you are unable to attend the gathering.
-You will be recognized on our website, Facebook page, and at each gathering as a Perennial Supporter of our Giving Circle.
2) One-time 2024 Community Giving Circle Member
Members donate $100 prior to each gathering, and their resources are pooled to provide a grant to an USD 232 educator who has an innovative idea that connects community resources to enhance educational excellence in their classroom. At each gathering, members hear three proposals, narrowed down from those received from around the district. Members vote that evening to provide $10,000 to fund one of the projects. 100% of each member’s gift is put towards funding grants.