Columbia School District

Educational Foundation for Columbia School District

The Educational Foundation for Columbia Schools, incorporated in 1986, is a nonprofit organization that aims to enhance educational excellence. The foundation's philosophy states, “The standard of life and the economic viability of the Columbia School District depend heavily on the quality of our educational system. Our community and schools must combine their local resources and initiative to enhance excellence in education.” The foundation's resources are not to replace state aid or local millage. This program is necessary because most of the operating budget for Columbia Schools is designated for specific educational purposes. Often, innovative educational programs, up-to-date equipment, and special materials cannot be purchased due to a lack of funds. The program helps through individual grants, and the Foundation funds enrichment projects purchases new equipment and seeks improvements in the curriculum from elementary through high school. Foundation resources have been used to fund mini-grant programs for Columbia students and scholarships for higher education. Other educational programs and projects judged by the foundation to enhance the educational process of Columbia school students will continue to be funded as needed.

Contributions may be made directly to the Foundation in several ways:
Pledges, Stock, Real Estate, Bequests, Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Legacies, & Memorials

An endowment has been established, so funds will always be available for our programs. One individual has already been given sufficient endowment specifically for scholarships. Future endowment donations will be placed in the project fund unless specifically designated.

Because the Educational Foundation for Columbia Schools is a nonprofit organization, the Internal Revenue Service recognizes all contributions as tax deductible.

For additional information, write:
Educational Foundation
For Columbia Schools
P.O. Box 126
Brooklyn, MI 49230

You can also call any trustees listed or the Columbia School District offices at 592-6641. Those who wish to use the additional advantage of the Michigan Community Foundation Tax Credit may donate to the Columbia Endowment of the Jackson Community Foundation at 230 W. Michigan Ave., Jackson, MI 49201.