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Named in memory of Dr. Russell Thiems, Superintendent of District 205 from 1983 to 1992. Dr. Thiems recognized the need to provide opportunities for students beyond what was possible through tax revenues. He then recruited community members to serve on the Board of Directors, and together they established Foundation 205.  Since 1990, over 800 grants have been awarded totaling over $2.5 million in Thiems Grants for Elmhurst Public Schools.

Applications for the 2024-25 

Thiems Grant funding cycle will go live on December 1st 2024

Applications for our 2024-25 Thiems grant cycle will be live on December 1st. Any teacher, staff member, student, parent or community member can apply. What's your idea for increasing innovation, curiosity, inclusion and access for all D205 students?  We can't wait to hear!

Past Thiems Grant Awards

2024 Recipients

2023 Recipients

2022 Recipients

2021 Recipients

2020 Recipients

2019 Recipients

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Awarding 24 Thiems Grants in 2024

On May 14th, 2024, Foundation 205 board members traveled across the district to award 24 Thiems grants totaling $174,795 to deserving D205 staff and educators! 

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For a complete list of our 2024 Thiems grants, please click HERE.

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Every student across all buildings will utilize a Foundation grant in some capacity. Parity in experience and opportunity continues to be a top priority.

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