Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools Foundation

Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools Foundation See below for donations. Since the foundation was established with $100, there now is over $500,000 including endowments and short term awards.

The Galesburg-Augusta Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization established to promote, receive, invest and administer funds or other tangible gifts for the benefit of students and staff in the G-A Comm Schools. The Foundation was established in 1992 to promote and support educational opportunities for G-A students by receiving and administering funds both short term and in perpetu

ity. The Foundation Board has established an endowment fund administered by the Kalamazoo Community Foundation. Annual grant making calculated from the endowment funds are used to provide scholarships for graduating seniors, education enhancement grants, and middle school recognition awards all within the G-A Community School District. The G-A Community Schools Board of Trustees is required under the Articles of Incorporation to provide oversight of all activities of the Foundation. Checks/cash may be made payable to GACS Fdn and mailed to: 1076 N 37th Street, Galesburg, MI 49053; Online donations may be made at: http://bit.ly/GACSFoundation

06/10/2026

💛🌍 You Don’t Have to Live in G‑A to Make a Difference 🌍💛

The Galesburg‑Augusta Community Schools Foundation is powered by people who care deeply about our hometown, no matter where they live.

One of our incredible board members, Rod, doesn’t even live in Michigan. He lives out of state, yet he continues to give his time, talent, and tech expertise to support G‑A students and staff. His commitment proves something important:

You don’t have to live in Galesburg or Augusta to help strengthen the place that shaped you.

If you’ve moved away but still feel connected to home, there are so many ways to support our mission:

• Share your skills, tech, design, writing, fundraising, organizing, anything that helps our students.
• Volunteer from afar, many roles can be done online.
• Give back financially, every dollar directly supports classrooms, teachers, and student needs.
• Reach out to a board member, we’d love to connect and find the right fit.

Whether you’re across town or across the country, you can still make a meaningful impact on the next generation of Rams.

💛 If G‑A helped shape your story, this is your chance to help shape someone else’s.

Send us a message anytime, we’d love to welcome you into the work we’re doing for our hometown.

💛📚 Grant Spotlight: Supporting Students in Every Corner of the Classroom 📚💛The Galesburg‑Augusta Community Schools Found...
06/09/2026

💛📚 Grant Spotlight: Supporting Students in Every Corner of the Classroom 📚💛

The Galesburg‑Augusta Community Schools Foundation is proud to highlight a recent Educational Enhancement Grant awarded to Kathy Van Dyk, Middle School Paraprofessional (12th year) — a project focused on meeting students’ everyday academic and emotional needs.

With this grant, Kathy was able to provide:

• Fifty‑two new books — giving students fresh stories to explore. One student was so excited he kept his book tucked under his chair.
• Laminate sleeves for a Holiday Booklet activity before break.
• Daily SEL activities students can grab whenever they need a moment to reset or refocus.
• Over 50 spiral notebooks for ELA students who may not have the resources to purchase their own.
• Two binders for students who needed them but couldn’t afford them.
• More than 500 pencils to ensure every student has the basic tools to succeed.

These items may seem small, but together they remove barriers, build confidence, and help students feel prepared and supported every day.

Kathy shared her gratitude with a simple message that says it all:
“Thank you for caring about G‑A!!”

💛 Thank you, Kathy, for your dedication to our students.
❤️ And thank you to our donors, your generosity continues to make a real difference in classrooms across our district.
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🇺🇸❤️ Memorial Day ❤️💛Today, the Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools Foundation honors and remembers the brave men and wo...
05/25/2026

🇺🇸❤️ Memorial Day ❤️💛

Today, the Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools Foundation honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

As we gather with family and friends this weekend, may we never forget the courage, service, and selflessness of those who gave everything for our freedoms.

From our Ram Fam to yours, wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸🐏

❤️🐏💛 SAVE THE DATE! 💛🐏❤️The Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools Foundation is bringing something NEW and exciting to our...
05/24/2026

❤️🐏💛 SAVE THE DATE! 💛🐏❤️

The Galesburg-Augusta Community Schools Foundation is bringing something NEW and exciting to our community…

🏁 The RAMAZING Race! 🏁

Grab a teammate and get ready to race through the Galesburg-Augusta community with clues, challenges, prizes, and fun along the way!

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM
💲 $50 per team (2 adults)

Great prizes and drawings at each stop and plenty of Ram pride! More details coming soon, but for now… start building your dream team! ❤️💛

🎓❤️💛 Congratulations to the Galesburg-Augusta Class of 2026! 💛❤️🎓Tonight we celebrate an incredible group of Rams who ha...
05/21/2026

🎓❤️💛 Congratulations to the Galesburg-Augusta Class of 2026! 💛❤️🎓

Tonight we celebrate an incredible group of Rams who have worked hard, grown together, and created memories that will last a lifetime. From the classrooms and courts to the stage, field, buses, hallways, and beyond, you’ve left your mark on G-A.

As you walk across that stage today, remember that you will always be part of the Ram Fam. No matter where life takes you next, you carry with you the pride, heart, and determination that make Galesburg-Augusta special.

Dream big.
Work hard.
Stay loyal and true.
And never forget where you came from.

We are proud of each and every one of you.

🐏 Congratulations, Class of 2026! Horns Down to the next chapter! ❤️💛

🎓 Congratulations to Addison Born, recipient of the 2026 Alex and Sue Forrester Scholarship!The Alex and Sue Forrester S...
05/19/2026

🎓 Congratulations to Addison Born, recipient of the 2026 Alex and Sue Forrester Scholarship!
The Alex and Sue Forrester Scholarship is awarded to a student who has excelled in academics and in the arts, music, or sports, and wishes to continue their education at a two or four-year college or university. Alex and Sue Forrester were beloved career teachers at G-A schools who were deeply invested in students at every level. They served on the Building Design Committees for both the Primary and High School buildings, a true testament to how much they cared about this community and its future. Their scholarship, established in 2006/2010, continues to honor that legacy.
Addison, congratulations, you make this community proud! 🌟

🏅 Congratulations to Jacksen Houseman, recipient of the 2026 Jim Chase Memorial Scholarship!The Jim Chase Memorial Schol...
05/19/2026

🏅 Congratulations to Jacksen Houseman, recipient of the 2026 Jim Chase Memorial Scholarship!
The Jim Chase Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a two-sport G-A athlete with plans to attend college or a trade school. Jim Chase was a 1961 G-A graduate and a remarkable multi-sport athlete who earned 13 varsity letters across tennis, track, football, basketball, and baseball. He went on to attend MSU, earn a degree in Natural Science, build three successful businesses, and become a champion of the trades, hiring and mentoring many in the masonry field. Jim was inducted into the G-A Sports Hall of Fame in 2013, and his legacy of hard work, athletic excellence, and community commitment lives on through this scholarship.
Jacksen, congratulations on this well-deserved honor. Go Rams! 🐏

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1076 N 37th Street
Galesburg, MI
49053

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