A decade of direct classroom investment.
We bridge the gap between community philanthropy and classroom innovation, ensuring McPherson's educators and students have the direct resources they need to thrive.
Over $1.2M invested since 2015.
What began as a quiet effort to fund classroom libraries has grown into a vital community engine. We have directly supported over eighty local educators, bringing modern scientific tools, specialized arts programs, and foundational literacy resources to thousands of McPherson students.
Our focus remains strictly local. By bypassing traditional administrative layers, we ensure that every dollar contributed goes directly to the classrooms where learning happens.
Led by our community.
Our volunteer board brings together educators, civic advocates, and local business leaders to ensure every dollar serves McPherson's true academic needs.
Educational Insight
Civic Stewardship
Community Advocacy
Active and retired McPherson teachers guide our grant selection, keeping our investments aligned with real classroom challenges.
Local business leaders oversee our financial health, ensuring strict adherence to our mission and complete donor trust.
Parent advocates and civic organizers connect our work directly with families, bridging the equity gap across every school district.
Where your support goes.
Complete financial transparency is the foundation of community trust. Every dollar donated to the McPherson Education Foundation is carefully stewarded to maximize direct-to-classroom impact and minimize administrative overhead.
2023 Allocation
87%
Direct Classroom Grants & Scholarships
Our annual audits and reports are fully public, detailing our commitment to equitable funding across STEM, literacy, and the arts. We invite you to review our complete financial history.
13%
Administrative & Fundraising Operations