2013 Giving Guide: Foundation for Springfield Public Schools

1131 Boonville, Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 523-0144
www.supportSPS.org
Facebook account: www.facebook.com/foundation4sps
Twitter account: www.twitter.com/foundation4sps
Total number of employees (FTE): 3
Annual revenues: $523,123
Executive Director: Jana Bachus

Board President: Steve Nurnberg

Board of Directors: David Ross, Morelock Ross Builders; Steve Nurnberg, The Kingsley Group; Jeff Shore, Bush Ramlow & Shore, PC; Dwayne Fulk, Polsinelli-Shughart; Scott Bratcher, Marlin Company; Erin Danastasio, American Dehydrated Foods; Leslie Gritzmaker, Community Volunteer; Jana Hansen, Community Volunteer; Tyler Hedden, CoxHealth; Jennifer Hendrickson, Roberts, McKenzie, Mangan & Cumming; Emily Kembell, Carnahan, Evans, Cantwell & Brown; Keran Lemons, Arvest Bank; Michele Osborn, Community Volunteer; Joseph Reid, Lathrop & Gage; Kathy Steinberg, Community Volunteer; Margaret Swango, Community Volunteer; Conrad Griggs, The Bank of Missouri; Kathy McIntyre, Community Volunteer; Michael Sapp, Sapp Design Associates Architects

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Mission:
The mission of the Foundation for Springfield Public Schools is to raise, manage and distribute private investment to benefit students of Springfield Public Schools.

Service Area:
Springfield, MO

Funding:
The Foundation for Springfield Public Schools (FSPS) receives funding from businesses, individuals and foundations.

12-Month Goals:
To support classroom needs by providing academic opportunities for students, scholarships, teacher grants and direct support for our schools.

Annual Events:
The Teacher Appreciation Banquet is a fundraising event which just celebrated 20 years. The event honors and recognizes the teachers of Springfield Public Schools and raises funds to support the Foundation's mission and goals. The annual Kum & Go Gallon's for Growth is a 24 hour event which raises funds to support the Foundation's annual Back to School grant program. The new Sip & Shop Champagne Brunch, Silent Auction & Fashion Show is a partnership with 417 Magazine which will raise funds and awareness for the Foundation.

How People and Businesses Can Help:
Donations to the Foundation help support nearly 25,000 students across the district through more than 170 funds and scholarships the Foundation manages. Gifts made to the Foundation provide needed equipment, technology and supplies for our classrooms. In-Kind donations to benefit our schools are also accepted.

Volunteer Opportunities:  
Volunteer opportunities are available through Springfield Public Schools.

Testimonials:
"As I tough over all the joy, experiences and learning you all have provided the special children I serve, my heart simply ran over.  Thank you so much for all the good you have provided for the Delaware School.  You are doing wonderful work."  -from a Delaware Elementary School Special Education teacher who received a Back to School grant.[[In-content Ad]]