NEWS AND EVENTS
Every Spring, the Decatur Education Foundation supports City Schools of Decatur teachers and staff by offering the community an opportunity to "Step Up" through online personal tributes. Let’s show our Teachers and Staff how much they are appreciated by our community! Honor and thank a…
For more than 20 years, the Decatur community has come together through DEF to help our kids and teens overcome obstacles in their path of learning. DEF’s Step Up Circle represents the commitment of a special group of supporters – a group that is the…
No Ordinary Joe! A coffeehouse music series benefiting DEF’s behavioral health initiative Joe’s Fund. Partnering with Waller's Coffee Shop and DHS's Music Lover's Club, this annual live music event features some of our most talented high school students and connects the importance of self-expression through…
ATTENTION: graduating DHS Seniors and parents/guardians of graduating DHS Seniors: Applications for DEF's 4-year renewable scholarships are now open. All application materials are due by April 15th. Available Scholarships Patrick Family Scholarship This scholarship, established in 2002 by members of the Patrick Family, who are…
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT — Community Engagement Manager Job Title: Community Engagement Manager Job Description: The Decatur Education Foundation seeks a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Community Engagement Manager. This position is responsible for the Foundation’s communications and developing and implementing…
LATEST IMPACT STORY
Talley’s “True” Book Fair Ensures Equity AND Fosters Positive Reading Culture for ALL
“My heart is SOARING! My mom NEVER lets me get books from the book fair!"* While they are anticipated events…
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