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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
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.
2021 "Dine Out/Take Out" for Dubuque Public Schools
On Thursday, April 15 the Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools and participating restaurants will host 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. For a full list of participating restaurants click this link dine_out_poster_4-_2021.pdf .
Allison Cress Endowment for Art Education | Learn More | Give Now |
Arthur J Miller Social Studies Scholarship | Give Now |
Beverly R. Hodge Fund for Dubuque Public Schools | Give Now |
Burgart Fund for Dubuque Public School Libraries | Learn More | Give Now |
Chris Chapman Memorial Fund | Give Now |
Daniel J. Miller Scholarship | Learn More | Give Now |
Don & Jean Johnson Memorial Scholarship | Learn More | Give Now |
Dubuque Community School District Scholarship Fund | Learn More | Give Now |
Ed and Patricia Alt DCSD STEM Staff Development Fund | Give Now |
Education Enrichment Fund | Learn More | Give Now |
Falb Kendall Hunt Instrumental Music Fund | Give Now |
FDPS Field Trip Fund | Give Now |
FDPS Hempstead Class of '73 Scholarship | Give Now |
FDPS Open Closet Fund | Give Now |
FDPS Project Based Learning Fund | Give Now |
Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools | Learn More | Give Now |
Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools Endowment Fund | Learn More | Give Now |
J. L. Stangeland Memorial Scholarship | Learn More | Give Now |
Joe and Sue Kaesbauer Memorial Scholarship Fund | Give Now |
John D. Soley Memorial Scholarship | Give Now |
John W. Seier Memorial Fund | Give Now |
Judi Chandlee Tribute to Teachers Endowment | Learn More | Give Now |
Lesley A. Stephens Endowed Fund to Support Students with Disabilities in the Dubuque Community School District | Learn More | Give Now |
Sandra L. Beisker Scholarship Fund | Give Now |
Seiffert Family Teacher Appreciation Fund | Learn More | Give Now |
Tribute to Teachers Non-Endowed Fund | Learn More | Give Now |
Weidemann Family Washington Visual Performing Arts Fund | Give Now |
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