When Our Public Schools Thrive, Durham Thrives

Together we are creating supportive, thriving school communities where every student is prepared for success in school and beyond.

In Durham, we take care of each other. That’s why the Durham Public Schools Foundation is focused on bringing our community together to strengthen Durham Public Schools and provide all students with a quality education – today and in the future. Your support makes that possible.

“From a principal’s perspective, having the Durham Public Schools Foundation is like having the full support of the entire city of Durham on call.”

— Principal James Hopkins

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Your donation helps support…

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Success-Ready Students

Our top priority is preparing every Durham Public Schools student for success. By equipping students with essential skills and confidence, we help them excel academically and in life. With focused programs and resources, we unlock potential and prepare students for a resilient, ambitious future.

Empowered Educators & Families

We support educators with development opportunities and equip families with advocacy resources, creating a community dedicated to student growth.

Transformative School Communities

We aim to create safe, joyful, transformative school environments that nurture emotional, social, and academic well-being. These spaces are the foundation for meaningful learning, inspiring students and educators as catalysts for growth.

Are you ready to help build a brighter future together?

Let’s do this!

It takes all of us

**Whether you’re a parent, a neighbor, a leader… everyone has a role to play in strengthening our local public schools!**

Ways to Give

Your gift is tax deductible. The Durham Public Schools Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Our EIN is 82-2803464.

ONLINE

Donate one-time or become a monthly sustainer online using credit card, direct deposit, or PayPal. Current donors, need to update your information? Access the constituent portal.

CHECK

Checks can be made out to Durham Public Schools Foundation and mailed to:

DPS Foundation
PO Box 51325
Durham, NC 27717

Other

For info on stock transfers or to donate your vehicle to DPS Foundation, please contact development@bullcityschools.org.

Connect as a business - DPSF's business partners make up a network of leaders transforming public education for Durham's future. Learn more about partnership opportunities and ways to give back to our local public schools.

Volunteer with us - share your time and talents with our school communities and support the amazing work of our educators, staff, and administrators. Learn more about volunteer opportunities and ways to connect with our local public schools.

Thank you to our Partners

A consistently well-funded public school is central to building a student’s lifelong success – giving them the strong start they need to thrive in work and life. We are immensely grateful to to our Business Partners who support DPS Foundation’s efforts across Durham Public Schools. And thank you to our Public School Champions who also help make this work possible.