MERCER ISLAND SCHOOLS FOUNDATION

The differences that make Mercer Island schools excel are involved parents, energized students, and private donations. The Mercer Island Schools Foundation is here to encourage more of all three.

WHAT IS BEING FUNDED NOW

ARE YOU ALL IN FOR KIDS?

Each fall, the District presents funding requests that support the rich education you expect and our MI students deserve. This comes from generous community donations to the Mercer Island Schools Foundation- from people like you. Answer the call October 28 and 29 to show you’re All in for Kids!

Donate today!

FOUR WAYS YOU FOSTER EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

CONNECT STUDENTS TO THEIR FUTURES

Students today are expected to become engaged citizens who give back to the community, inspire others and become leaders in their chosen fields. Your contribution makes it happen.
Learn More

ADVANCE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

Donor gifts provide leverage for the MI School District to use all available funds to incubate, evaluate and replicate the highest-performing strategies to help children achieve academic success.
Learn More

SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WHO LEARN DIFFERENTLY

Your investment guarantees personalized learning to meet the needs of all learners by recognizing and creating opportunities that address both strengths and weaknesses individual students bring to the learning environment.
Learn More

PROMOTE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Donor commitment prepares teachers to cultivate the potential in every student. This translates into innovation and academic excellence in the classroom.
Learn More

SCHOOLS ARE BUILDINGS THAT HAVE FOUR WALLS WITH “TOMORROW” INSIDE

Strong schools are the heart of our vibrant community and keep Mercer Island property values high.

WHAT IS BEING FUNDED IN 2019-20

ABOUT THE MERCER ISLAND SCHOOLS FOUNDATION

The Mercer Island Schools Foundation envisions a public-school community that ensures students have an opportunity to learn, thrive and reach their highest potential today and into their future.

The Mercer Island Schools Foundation

Through community involvement and investment, the Mercer Island Schools Foundation raises and invests funds to provide exceptional learning experiences for every Mercer Island student, building a bright future for our community and its young people. Click here to email or call 206-275-2550.

Mission Statement

The Mercer Island Schools Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) public service, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing and improving the quality of education provided to ALL students of the Mercer Island School District by obtaining contributions for the public schools.

Foundation History

In 1981, parents and community leaders had a dream – a vision of enriched opportunities for students and teachers through a privately funded organization. Due to the diligent efforts of these volunteers, the Mercer Island Schools Foundation was formed. The Foundation has become the catalyst for the Mercer Island community to guarantee every teacher has access to the most up-to-date, innovative educational materials that guarantee exceptional teaching and learning experiences for every student. Donations to the Mercer Island Schools Foundation have continued to grow. Families and businesses throughout the Mercer Island community have invested more than $23M creating an ongoing legacy of excellence in education. The tremendous success of the organization lies in the simple fact that the Mercer Island Schools Foundation was born in a community that places value on quality education.

Board of Directors

The Mercer Island Schools Foundation Board of Directors consists of community and business leaders who believe that every child deserves an excellent education.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sheri Blumenthal
Community Volunteer
sheriblumenthal@yahoo.com

Tema Burkey
Community Volunteer
fburkey@gmail.com

Andrea Chatalas
Community Volunteer
chalali@comcast.net

Linda Chen
Executive Committee Treasurer
Enrichment Committee
Linda_y_chen@hotmail.com

Andrea Dickstein
Executive Committee Vice President
Enrichment Committee
apdickstein@yahoo.com

Michelle Dumler
Community Volunteer
mdumler@hotmail.com

Tyson Farmer
Community Volunteer
Farmer.Tyson@gmail.com

Laurie Givan
Mercer Island Chamber of Commerce
Lauriegivan71@gmail.com

Peter Goodman
Community Volunteer
peter.goodman@agsystems.com

Julie King Hately
Community Volunteer
julie@kinginsuranceseattle.com

Carmen Jacobs
Chief Operating Office
DA Davidson
Enrichment Committee
cjacobs@dadco.com

Heidi Singh

Executive Committee Co-President
Enrichment Committee
Scholarship Committee
hysingh5@gmail.com

Nina Li Smith
Broker John L Scott
ninalismith@johnlscott.com

Greta Stednick
Community Volunteer
stednickfamily@hotmail.com

Susan Szafir
Executive Committee Co-President
Enrichment Committee
Scholarship Committee
susan_Szafir@yahoo.com

STAFF

Tammy Shoop
Executive Director
tammy@misf.com

Julie Duffié
Finance & Operations Manager
julie@misf.com

Betsy O’Connell
Development Coordinator
betsy@misf.com

INVEST IN A CHILD’S FUTURE TODAY

Exceptional education is the foundation upon which our children
will build their lives.

VOLUNTEER
DONATE NOW