fund the future through the foundation.

WE ARE YORKVILLE.

Together we make a difference. Yorkville Educational Foundation, the non-profit fundraising arm of Yorkville CUSD 115, connects students, teachers, and the community to provide innovative, real-world learning opportunities and ensure teachers have an opportunity to implement programs that provide engaging, meaningful classroom experiences. The Foundation creates relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community members to fund opportunities outside of the district tax-supported budget.

Students’ lives are forever changed by your generosity.

News & Events

2025 spring craft fair

Join us Sunday, April 6, 2025, at Yorkville High School for our inaugural Spring Craft Fair!

Support local artisans and Yorkville students at the same time. Shop handcrafted jewelry, home decor, gifts, and more.

9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Entry fee is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for seniors and children (3-12) and includes one raffle ticket with admission.

Vendor applications and additional information by clicking the button below. Follow us on Faceook for updates. #YorkvilleCraftFair

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FORE! Yorkville Golf Outing

A partnership between the YEF and the United City of Yorkville Parks & Recreation Department, benefitting the Yorkville COMMUNITY!

Enjoy a day of networking, food and prizes when you golf for a cause. Your support goes directly to programs that help students and residents within the District 115 and Yorkville community.

Register your team now! You can also show your support by securing your sponsorship today!

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Cement your legacy today!

Leave a lasting legacy at Yorkville schools with a personalized YEF Legacy Brick. Whether honoring a student, celebrating a teacher, or showcasing your business’s commitment to education, your brick becomes a permanent part of our community.

Each engraved brick supports the Yorkville Educational Foundation’s mission—funding innovative programs, scholarships, and resources that empower students. Together, we’re building a foundation for future generations, one brick at a time.

Reserve your brick today and make your mark on Yorkville’s future!

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Learn about the YEF

Watch the video above to learn who the Yorkville Educational Foundation is, what we do, what we have accomplished, and where we are going! We’re just getting started!

Annual Business Sponsors

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Our Mission

The Foundation supports excellence in the Yorkville CUSD 115 community by providing resources to cultivate educational innovation, nurture potential, and celebrate achievement.

GRANTS

MORE THAN $70,000 INVESTED

Foundation grant winners are providing one-of-a-kind educational experiences to students through our annual funding. Learn more.

ESSENTIAL NEEDS

EMPOWERING STAFF TO SAY YES

Whether it’s a warm coat or access to care, we provide support for students (and their families) experiencing hardships. Learn more.

RECOGNITION

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE

We celebrate teachers, staff and community members who transform ordinary tasks into extraordinary opportunities. Learn more.

EQUITY

cOLLEGE & CAREER READINESS

Every YHS student’s post secondary plans are within reach through our ACT Prep, dual credit, and summer school funding.

Our Focus Areas

A few years ago, we conducted a community needs assessment that served as a beacon for our strategic priorities. Overwhelmingly, our community asked us to prioritize funding for Social Emotional Needs, Art, Music, PE and College and Career readiness district-wide. We continue to invest in extraordinary experiences: author visits, family engagement events, artist-in-residence programs, and student-run businesses.

January 2022

“YEF asks stakeholders what they want and then they deliver! Community members want to see funding support the creativity of students? Check! Social emotional needs? Check again! Thank you for hearing us and supporting us! “

YEF Grant Winner

Get Involved.

Like most non-profit organizations, YEF relies heavily on volunteers to help us accomplish all that we do. Whether you want to join our Board or just help out at our events, we have lots of ways that you can serve us! Email us and we’ll be in touch soon.

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It’s easy to stay up to date with us through our quarterly newsletters and social media. You’ll find the most up to date information about our events and impact in our community.

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Volunteer with us

Like most non-profit organizations, YEF relies heavily on volunteers to help us accomplish all that we do. Whether you want to join our Board or just help out at our events, we need you!

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Make a Donation

Your donation impacts our community, our teachers, and our kids. Recurring monthly donations provide a predictable income stream that allows us to remain financially sound & focus on our mission.

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