The Latest
Tour deCatur
Funds raised from Tour deCatur support Decatur Education Foundation’s many programs and initiatives supporting students, teachers, and the Decatur community. Go to tourdecatur.com to register! Register by February 25th to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Mascot Contest
Aspiring artists, DEF needs you!!
Submit a design of your school’s mascot and win a chance to be featured on a t-shirt to be sold at CSD’s Art Show as a fundraiser for Zara’s Fund, DEF’s arts fund.
Community Coffee
Join us for “Community Care & Coffee” on Sunday, Feb. 8th from 12-2pm at Waller’s Coffee Shop (240 Dekalb Industrial Way, Decatur)
Watch event recording: Navigating the Changing Drug Landscape: Talking with Our Kids About Dangerous Substances
The landscape of the drug culture is changing rapidly, putting our youth at risk of unwittingly consuming substances that are far more dangerous than they know – sometimes with tragic results. Watch a recording of this valuable panel discussion HERE.
A Season of Gratitude & Giving
As we head into Thanksgiving week, we find ourselves reflecting on the many reasons we’re grateful for this community. Every day we see neighbors looking out for one another, educators going the extra mile for their students, and families who show up again and again to support the work of the Decatur Education Foundation.
Announcing the Stephanie Trauner Memorial Fund
This week, our community experienced a profound loss with the passing of Stephanie Trauner, a beloved CSD teacher whose bright spirit and deep care shaped the lives of countless students and families…Together with her family and friends, Decatur Education Foundation has created the Stephanie Trauner Memorial Fund.
Own a piece of CSD Art
Celebrate Decatur and its schools with a one-of-a-kind collectible from beloved local artist and City Schools of Decatur art teacher Colleen Dunbar. Each hand-built, glazed ceramic sculpture captures the architectural charm of a neighborhood school facade…
Supper & Sips 2025 is a Wrap!
What. A. Night!
Supper & Sips 2025 Sets a New Record
Nearly $100,000 raised for Decatur students and schools!
DEF is Hiring!
Decatur Education Foundation (DEF) is looking for a creative, relationship-oriented professional to join our small but mighty team as Community Engagement Manager. If you love connecting people, planning meaningful events, and telling stories that move others to action, this might be the perfect role for you.
Supper & Sips 2025 Tickets are now available
Join us for Decatur Education Foundation’s annual evening of great food, drinks, and community—Supper & Sips—on Thursday, November 6, 6–10 PM at The Chapel on Sycamore. Your night out fuels DEF’s work to empower students, remove learning barriers, create opportunities, and strengthen our community.
Our 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands was a Hit!
We are still beaming with gratitude after this weekend’s Battle of the Bands. Once again our community —YOU — showed up in a big way, with energy, smiles, and so much school pride.
Innovation Grant Cycle is Open for Applications
Decatur Education Foundation launched Teacher Innovation Grants (TIGs) 25 years ago - one of the very first programs of the organization - to help educators bring bold, student-centered ideas to life. We’re excited to announce that the 2025 grant cycle is now open and accepting applications.
