The Columbia Public Schools Foundation (CPSF) began on the premise that every child needs a strong fo Expand learning opportunities for all our children.
CPSF is an independent, not-for-profit organization governed by a board of directors. CPSF volunteers represent community members, business professionals, educators and parents. We were established to collect and distribute contributions from individuals, businesses, and organizations. Our goals are to:
Enhance academic excellence in the public schools by providing funding not available through p
06/04/2026
The CPS Foundation is so excited to announce the recipients of the 2026 Kathryn "Kay" McLeod Scholarship for Future Educators: Jason Hager, Hickman High School; Isabelle Ramsey, Rock Bridge High School; Maomi Birgia, Battle High School; and Nicc Sadoff, Douglass High School. Congratulations to these future educators!
05/22/2026
It's graduation weekend for Battle, Douglass, Hickman and Rock Bridge High Schools! CPS Foundation sends all of our best wishes to the Class of 2026 and their families, and a special thanks to all the educators, counselors, administrators and staff who have helped them along this journey. It's your time to shine, Class of 2026! Congrats!
05/14/2026
CPS Foundation visited Douglass High School today to see their Students First Fund grant -- students created a museum-like exhibit showcasing student writing and art on social justice movements of the 1960s. Students gave us a tour of the space, and we were so impressed with their hard work and creativity! It was great to see their learning in action.
05/11/2026
We love seeing how schools put students first with our Students First Fund grants! Students at Paxton Keely each selected a book of their own at the book fair -- just in time for summer reading!
05/04/2026
We love our teachers! Thank you to all the amazing Columbia Public Schools educators who continue to put our students first each and every day. We are grateful for you, and wish you a happy teacher appreciation week!
04/23/2026
It's time to recognize Outstanding Alumni, Retired Educators and Volunteers! Do you know someone who has made a significant impact on our schools? Recognize them for their contributions and nominate them for the 2026 Hall of Leaders at https://cpsf.org/nominations/
We know our CPS Foundation friends know so many teachers who have positively impacted your lives! Check out the Columbia Missourian’s reporting to share your stories ahead of Teacher Appreciation Week!
04/01/2026
Mark your calendars for Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026! We're so excited to celebrate our 30th anniversary and our Hall of Leaders. Know an outstanding alum, retired educator, or volunteer? Nominate them online at https://cpsf.org/nominations/
03/13/2026
What a great morning celebrating the 42nd annual Partners in Education breakfast for Columbia Public Schools! CPS Foundation was proud to be recognized as a 30 year partner. 30 years of supporting our strong schools and helping our students and teachers!
02/16/2026
This President's Day, we remember all of our educators who work to help prepare our students to succeed, think critically, and be resilient in an ever-changing world. Thank you for all that you do to shape the next generation of educators -- and future presidents.