Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools

MISSION: The Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools (formerly the Dubuque Community School District Foundation) supports student achievement by promoting investment in the Dubuque Public Schools. FDPS is a nonprofit organization committed to providing resources for all students of the Dubuque Community School District.

WHAT WE DO

• We are creating a permanent funding source for Dubuque public schools by raising an endowment through major and planned gifts.
• We work with businesses, foundations, and private donors to build general, endowed and designated funds for educational programs in the district.
• We support the Dubuque Community School District's mission of developing world-class learners and citizens of character in a safe and inclusive learning community

End of Year Giving Letter and 2020 Annual Report

2020 has been an unprecedented year and funding for unexpected expenses saw a sharp increase in the past eight months. We invite you to celebrate the accomplishments we have had during 2020 and consider and end of year gift to continue enriching the lives of our students every day. Below is a link to the 2020 Annual Report and an end of year giving letter. Thank you to all of our donors who have invested in our students, your gifts empower so many!

Read Annual Letter and view Annual Report

FDPS Annual Fundraising Luncheon

The Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools (FDPS) 8th Annual Fundraising Luncheon was moved to a LIVE online event, September 30 at 11:30 am. Visit this site to view the taped event www.dbqschools.org/fdps-luncheon.

The 2020 FDPS Highlight video of projects and programs in the DCSD -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7KIrYx-p2k&feature=youtu.be

If you are interested in making a donation, please contact Amy Unmacht, Executive Director at 563-588-2700 or amyu@dbqfoundation.org.

Announcement of the 2020 HOMETOWN ALUMNI 

The Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools (FDPS) is happy to announce that Susan Farber is the 2020 Distinguished Hometown Alumni Award Recipient. The award recognizes Dubuque Community School District graduates who currently live in the Dubuque area and have made a significant impact in the community. The winner will be honored at the FDPS Enhancing Excellence Luncheon.

With the award, FDPS aims to share real-life examples of Dubuque Senior High School, Hempstead High School and Alternative Learning Center alumni who have benefitted from Dubuque’s public education and have used their time, talent or resources for the betterment of others. Previous recipients include philanthropists and community leaders, such as Ann McDonough, Cheryl Falb,  Susan Butler Ritts, Tim Hodge and Jeffrey Mozena.

2020 "Dine Out/Take Out" for Dubuque Public Schools

On Wednesday, October 15 the Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools and participating restaurants hosted a "Dine Out/Take Out" event to raise funds for projects and programs in the public schools not covered by the district's annual budget. Our next event will be Wednesay, April 15.

Nominate a Hempstead Teacher for the 2021 Seiffert Family Teacher Appreciation Award

The purpose of the Seiffert Family Teacher Appreciation Award is to recognize exceptional teachers at Hempstead High School with an annual award.  The recipient of this award will receive a $500 gift that they will be able to use to enhance their professional development or classroom, as an acknowledgement of their expertise and service both in and out of the classroom. 

The Seifferts are a family of educators and wish to recognize educators who have gone above and beyond their job description to reach students and support their learning.

To nominate a Hempstead teacher complete the nomination form. 2021_nomination_form_-_seiffert_family_teacher_appreciation_award.pdf