The Wayne Public Schools Foundation is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization created to provide new and improved educational opportunities for the benefit of students, teachers, employees and residents of Wayne School District 17. We are a community based and directed support organization, created to enrich the offerings in our public schools.

Wayne School District 17 has a tradition of providing a strong, sound educational program for this community. The Wayne Public Schools Foundation provides a vehicle for contributing to the continuance of excellence for our community and children.

The Foundation at a Glance

What are the stated purposes of the Foundation?
The Foundation operates on a not-for-profit basis, exclusively for charitable or educational purposes, including the following:
1. To promote and support the continuing improvement of the educational program offered by Wayne School District 17.
2. To provide new, improved educational opportunities for the benefit of students, teachers, residents, and employees of District 17.
3. To recognize excellence and outstanding contributions to the educational program of Wayne School District 17.

Are we the only public school system with a foundation?
No. Across the nation, hundreds of Foundations have been formed.

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