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The Boise Public Schools Education Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports Boise School District students, staff, schools, and programs through charitable giving and fundraising.

                    The Boise Public Schools Education Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports Boise School District students, staff, schools, and programs through charitable giving and fundraising.

  • The Boise Public Schools Education Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports Boise School District students, staff, schools, and programs through charitable giving and fundraising.

  • The Foundation provides a secure and compliant way for schools, classrooms, clubs, teams, and programs to receive and manage charitable donations. We process donations, issue donor tax receipts, manage fundraising and grant accounts, pay vendors, process reimbursements, maintain financial records, and help ensure donated funds are used in accordance with donor intent, IRS regulations, and Foundation policies.

  • Using the Foundation allows schools and staff to:

    • Accept tax-deductible donations from individuals and businesses.
    • Provide donors with charitable contribution receipts.
    • Raise funds for classrooms, clubs, teams, and school programs.
    • Ensure donations are properly tracked and safeguarded.
    • Reduce administrative burden on school staff.
    • Maintain compliance with state, federal, district, and nonprofit requirements.
    • Receive support from Foundation staff for fundraising, grants, purchasing, and donor questions.

  • Foundation funds are charitable donations made for a specific educational purpose. Because these funds are held by a 501(c)(3) organization:

    • Funds must be used for the purpose for which they were donated.
    • Funds cannot be redirected for personal use or personal benefit.
    • Conference expenses, certifications, continuing education, and other non-approved expenses may not be allowable.
    • All expenditures require principal approval.
    • Purchases made with Foundation funds belong to the classroom, school, or program—not an individual employee.
    • Donors cannot receive a personal benefit in exchange for their charitable contribution.

  • Before starting a fundraiser, accepting donations, applying for grants, requesting reimbursements, purchasing items with Foundation funds, transferring funds, changing account contacts, or if you have questions regarding allowable uses of funds.

  • Visit the Foundation page on the district website or contact the Foundation office at foundation@boiseschools.org. The Foundation office operates year-round and is available to assist schools, staff, students, donors, and volunteers.

  • The Boise Public Schools Foundation connects community generosity to the Boise School District. We remove barriers to student success, fuel innovation and academic excellence, and partner to champion Boise Schools. 

  • The Boise Public Schools Foundation connects community generosity to the Boise School District. We remove barriers to student success, fuel innovation and academic excellence, and partner to champion Boise Schools. 

  • The Boise Public Schools Foundation connects community generosity to the Boise School District. We remove barriers to student success, fuel innovation and academic excellence, and partner to champion Boise Schools. 

  • The Boise Public Schools Foundation connects community generosity to the Boise School District. We remove barriers to student success, fuel innovation and academic excellence, and partner to champion Boise Schools. 

  • The Boise Public Schools Foundation connects community generosity to the Boise School District. We remove barriers to student success, fuel innovation and academic excellence, and partner to champion Boise Schools. 

  • The Boise Public Schools Foundation connects community generosity to the Boise School District. We remove barriers to student success, fuel innovation and academic excellence, and partner to champion Boise Schools. 

  • The Boise Public Schools Foundation connects community generosity to the Boise School District. We remove barriers to student success, fuel innovation and academic excellence, and partner to champion Boise Schools. 

  • The Foundation provides a secure and compliant way for schools, classrooms, clubs, teams, and programs to receive and manage charitable donations. We process donations, issue donor tax receipts, manage fundraising and grant accounts, pay vendors, process reimbursements, maintain financial records, and help ensure donated funds are used in accordance with donor intent, IRS regulations, and Foundation policies.

Principal

As the building principal, you play a key role in ensuring charitable funds are used appropriately and in accordance with donor intent, Foundation policy, and IRS guidelines. Principals approve fundraising activities, expenditures, account access, and fund transfers while helping ensure donations directly support students, classrooms, and school programs. The Foundation manages the financial administration of donated funds, including donation processing, tax receipts, compliance, reimbursements, and reporting. Working together helps protect donors, staff, students, and the school while ensuring charitable funds are used responsibly and transparently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Approve fundraising activities before donations are solicited.
  • Approve purchases, reimbursements, and fund transfers.
  • Authorize individuals who may access Foundation account information.
  • Ensure donated funds are used for their intended educational purpose.
  • Review requests for compliance with Foundation and district guidelines.
  • Notify the Foundation of staffing changes affecting account contacts.

 

Quick Links

  • Start a Fundraiser
  • Approve Account Access
  • Request a Fund Transfer
  • Allowable Uses of Funds
  • Purchasing & Reimbursements
  • Foundation Policies & Procedures

Staff

The Foundation helps teachers, coaches, advisors, and program leaders raise and manage funds that support students. We provide donation processing, donor tax receipts, account management, reimbursements, vendor payments, and guidance on fundraising and allowable uses of funds.

Ways the Foundation Supports Staff

  • Provides a way to receive tax-deductible donations for classrooms, teams, clubs, and programs.
  • Helps staff set up and manage fundraising accounts.
  • Processes donations and provides donor tax receipts.
  • Pays vendors and processes reimbursements for approved expenses.
  • Provides account balances and financial reporting.
  • Offers guidance on allowable uses of funds.
  • Helps ensure compliance with donor intent, Foundation policies, and IRS requirements.
  • Assists with fundraising questions and best practices.
  • Maintains financial records and donation history.

Parent Group

The Foundation helps parent groups manage charitable donations, support fundraising efforts, provide tax-deductible giving opportunities, and ensure funds are used responsibly to benefit students and schools.

Financial Oversight

  • Donations are held and managed in a dedicated Foundation account.
  • Funds are tracked and reported transparently.
  • Financial records are maintained year-round.

Tax-Deductible Giving

  • Donations made through the Foundation may qualify as charitable contributions.
  • Donors receive tax receipts from the Foundation.

Fundraising Support

  • Assistance with setting up fundraising accounts and campaigns.
  • Guidance on fundraising best practices and compliance requirements.
  • Help distinguishing charitable donations from fees or dues.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensures donated funds are used according to donor intent.
  • Helps parent groups stay within IRS and 501(c)(3) guidelines.
  • Provides oversight to help protect volunteers, schools, and donors.

Payment Processing

  • Accepts online donations, checks, and other contributions.
  • Processes vendor payments and reimbursements for approved expenses.

School Continuity

  • Funds remain with the school or program, even when parent group leaders change.
  • Reduces the need for volunteers to maintain separate bank accounts and financial records.