We Are the Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58

We represent various areas of the community, including District 58 administration, staff, principals, teachers, the board of education, village elected officials, and local business owners committed to enriching education for the district. 

The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 works throughout the year to increase private support of educational activities not funded by tax dollars. This effort provides additional support to district-wide programs, as well as providing grant opportunities for teachers to supplement current programs as well as bring innovative ideas to District 58.

The impact of recent funding raised for 

the District 58 school community

$2MM+

The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 has raised over 

$2 Million for more than 20 years

Expanded innovative instructional opportunities through individual classroom teacher grants

Funded school-wide student experiences and activities through “Reaching New Heights” Principal grant program

Provided funding for the District 58 annual Reading Games Literacy Event

Provided support for the District 58 PTA Council’s annual young Authors and Writers Fest

Donated to honor outstanding District 58 staff members through the Green Apple Recognition program

2024 Important Dates & Events

April 2024

29

Select 58 Awards Ceremony - April 29, 2024


May 2024

3

Bougie Bingo at Loyal Order of Moose - May 3, 2024


15

Distinguished Service Awards Ceremony - May 15, 2024


27

Memorial Day - No School


29

Last Day of School (if no emergency days are used)