Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the
Foundation?
The PBL Education was formed to provide a long-term sustaining
program to generate and distribute resources within the school
district. In addition,
the Foundation will enhance the district's educational profile
within all of our communities.
Who runs the Foundation?
The PBL Education Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees
comprised of 16 community volunteers representing all communities in
the
How does this Foundation
differ from other community and non-profit organizations within the
school district?
Although other worthwhile foundations and non-profit groups do
exist, there are none that have been established with the primary
goal of offering long-term fiscal enhancement to local public
education programs at all grade levels (K-12) and in all academic
subject areas.
What is the relationship
between the Foundation and the school board?
The Foundation is independent of the school district and is governed
accordingly. School
board members are elected to set district policy.
Foundation trustees are volunteers committed to identifying
and cultivating donations and gifts for the school district to use
to enhance educational programs.
The District Superintendent and one PBL School Board member sit on
the Foundation Board to assure that common visions and goals are
carried out smoothly.
The Foundation will solicit ideas from its trustees, the school
administration and faculty, and from representatives of all PBL
district communities.
How will the gifts the
Foundation receives be used?
Funds are used to enhance and enrich educational opportunities for
all staff and students (K-12) beyond the normal limits of the school
district's operating budget.
Many educational foundations in our state donate funds to
technology, fine arts, resource and equipment purchases, special
events and performances, classroom and interdisciplinary
mini-grants, staff training scholarships, curriculum program
recognition. These type
of activities will be supported within program guidelines and
priorities established by the Foundation Board with community and
faculty input.
What types of gifts or
contributions are commonly made to foundations and how are they
made?
Most funds are raised through individual and corporate donations;
annual giving campaigns; special-event fundraising events; and
outside grant applications. Contributions may be made in a variety
of forms in addition to cash.
Some examples are:
•memorial gifts
•naming the Foundation as a will beneficiary
•bequests and charitable trusts
•stocks, insurance policies, real estate
•artwork, antiques, equipment
•in-kind donations of services, goods, and supplies
Will anyone benefit from the
PBL Education Foundation in addition to the students and staff?
Yes, our communities will become more aware of our school district's
educational goals and programs.
Also, the school board and administration will be able to offer its
staff the motivation and funding to try necessary innovative
programs in the classroom.
The Foundation can facilitate increased school and community
partnerships as well.
Some enrichment and special event programs may be open to the public
at large, benefiting all ages in the PBL service area.
How can I (we) get involved
to help the PBL Foundation carry out this important mission?
Donations of time, talents, and resources are vital to the
Foundation's success.
Community volunteers are needed to help carry out the Foundation's
fundraising events, annual giving campaign, ongoing promotional and
district/faculty appreciation events, and special projects and grant
programs.
How will I benefit from
contributing to the Foundation?
In addition to being tax-deductible (foundations are formed under
the laws of the State of Illinois and qualify as a tax-exempt public
organization under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue
Code), your gift will help our school district build on its
strengths to offer all students a broader range of opportunities
than is possible by tax support alone.
A strong school system is an essential component of a strong
community and the PBL Education Foundation is committed to enhancing
quality of life in the Roberts, Loda, Buckley, and Paxton
communities by offering supplementary support to the
Who is eligible to contribute
to the Foundation?
Individual citizens, alumni, current and retired staff members,
service organizations, businesses, vendors, manufacturing and
utility companies, businesses, other foundations and philanthropic
groups.
PBL Education Foundation
The
PBL Education Foundation Goals
The PBL Education Foundation will achieve its mission by directing
support toward the following goals:
•To promote development for learners of all ages
•To encourage employee innovation and creativity
•To encourage school/community partnership
Tax-deductible donations or inquiries may be sent to:
PBL Education Foundation