

Foundation 205 is pleased to announce its 2027 fundraiser, the Shining Stars Gala, held on February 6, 2027 at Drury Lane.
A variety of sponsorships are now available, and tickets will go on sale November 16. We look forward to seeing you there to support public education in Elmhurst!
Thiems Grants Awards Day

Foundation 205 was thrilled to award 17 grants totalling $265,280 across all schools in District 205. Board members travelled around the district on May 18, delivering the news of accepted grants to teachers, staff, and parent grant writers.
These grants make it possible to elevate education and enourage innovative programming throughout District 205. For a full list of grants awarded this cycle, click below.
Outdoor Holiday Tree Sale
Each year, Foundation 205 sells trees for residents to display and decorate in their front yards. We love being able to continue this long standing Elmhurst tradition that now supports education throughout District 205 in Elmhurst. In 2025, we sold a record of almost 3,000 trees.
Quantities of trees are limited. Don’t miss your chance!
Annual Impact Report

Foundation 205 is pleased to present our 2025-2026 Impact Report. We hope you'll take a moment to read about the incredible Thiems grants from this past year, the work of the Mission Fund, and the events and generous donors that make it all possible!
A full list of reports from the last six years can be found HERE.
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