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Community Giving Circle

Join us for the USD 232 Education Foundation's Community Giving Circle event as we come together to support innovative educational projects in our schools. Mark your calendars for an inspiring evening of collaboration and innovation!

Date: Monday, April 14, 2025
Location: Cause Coffee, De Soto, KS
Doors Open: 5:45 PM
Program Begins: 6:30 PM

This year’s event will feature engaging presentations from our grant finalists, and YOU get to help decide which project will receive the $10,000 grant. As we look forward to learning more about these three exciting projects, make sure to register below to save your spot!

Co-hosted by community members Kevin & Jennie Strathman and Tara Stuckey owner of Cause Coffee. This promises to be a night to remember.

Let’s make a difference together - Join the Impact!

Members donate $100 prior to the event and cast their vote for the $10,000 grant winner. Your donation will contribute to selecting and funding a project that has a significant impact on learning experiences at USD 232. Donations are tax-deductible, and 100% goes directly to the chosen project.

The USD232EF welcomes everyone. Join us in making a positive impact on education in our community!

How to Register

2025 Community Giving Circle Event Registration

Membership Options

OPTION 1: Perennial Membership

Perennial Members help support the cost of putting on this event each year to cover administrative costs over and above their contribution to the Giving Circle grant. 100% of your $100 membership gift still goes to fund the Giving Circle grant. The extra amount you give helps us ensure we are able to hold this event year after year.

Other benefits include:

You are able to vote for your favorite applicant even if you are unable to attend the event
Special recognition on your name badge as a Perennial Member
Special recognition on our website, Facebook page, and at the event as a Perennial member.

OPTION 2: One-Time Event Membership

Community Giving Circle Members donate $100 prior to each gathering, and their resources are pooled to provide a grant to a USD 232 educator who has an innovative idea that connects community resources to enhance educational excellence in their classroom. 100% of your $100 membership gift goes to fund the Giving Circle grant.

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.

OPTION 3: Sponsor a Teacher Admission

Sponsor a USD 232 Educator for $100 so they may attend our exclusive Community Giving Circle event.

This sponsorship option not only extends the reach of our community impact, but also fosters a supportive environment for our dedicated educators.

Your generous sponsorship ensures that teachers can actively engage in our giving circle, promoting collaboration and innovation within our educational community.

You can either name the educator recipient of your choice, or give us the freedom to offer a gift admission to a teacher who has already expressed interest in attending.

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