Who We Are
Investing in Education.
Empowering the Future.
The Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186 Education Foundation (CUSD186EF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization created to enhance educational opportunities for students and staff in District 186. The Foundation receives, manages, and distributes charitable funds to support classroom innovation, student programs, and scholarships that help graduates pursue higher education.
Guided by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of dedicated community members, the Foundation exists to provide resources beyond what public funding can offer. All donations are tax-deductible and go directly toward improving learning experiences in our schools and shaping brighter futures for our students.
Board Members
Bob Chambers
Vice President
Amy Novara Murphy
Secretary
Jeff Streuter
Treasurer
Scott Maloney
Board Member
Donna Pugh
Board Member
Bruce Davis
Board Member
Thelma Pierson
Board Member
Scott Evans
Board Member
Debbie Glodo
Board Member
Julie Schaldemose
Board Member
Celia Macaraeg
Board Member
Andrea Evers
ex officio member
Kevin Beavers
ex officio member
Our Vision
Three “Visions” will guide the work of the Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186 Education Foundation. These areas of concentration include specific goals that may be reached soon or through long-term planning and execution.
Projects
Promote the enrichment of the educational process in the District through the distribution of funds collected for specific projects.
Scholarships
Create, manage, award and distribute various scholarships held by the Foundation.
Recognition
Recognize the current achievements in the District, the accomplishments of past graduates and the benevolence and assistance shown to the District by friends and patrons.