Mission
The B.C.C.U. #2 Academic Foundation is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the educational experience of students within the Bond County Community Unit #2 School District. The foundation provides grants to teachers and scholarships to students, ensuring that educational opportunities continue beyond the constraints of the traditional school budget.
Basic Information
Founded in
1990
EIN
37-1268913
Total Assets
$681.2 thousand
At a Glance
Annual Scholarships
Scholarships awarded to B.C.C.U. #2 High School seniors to support their college education.
Teacher Grants Program
Grants provided to teachers for innovative classroom projects.
Light The Way Gala
Annual fundraiser featuring dining, entertainment, and auctions to support educational projects.
Impact Stats
Total Grants Awarded
Teacher Grants Awarded
Over $350,000 awarded in teacher grants since the foundation's inception.
Scholarship Amount Range
Scholarships Granted
Multiple scholarships awarded to graduating seniors every year ranging from $500 to $6,000.
Funds Raised
Annual Gala Success
The annual 'Light The Way' Gala raised approximately $21,000 in 2024.
Past Events
Light The Way Gala 2023
2023-03-25
The B.C.C.U. #2 Academic Foundation held their seventh annual Light The Way Gala to raise funds for student scholarships and teacher grants.
Academic Awards Night 2022
2022-05-12
Celebration of outstanding students during the annual Academic Foundation awards program honoring scholarship recipients.
Puttin' Around The Square Fundraiser
2022-06-11
Fundraising event that raised significant funds to support educational initiatives in the district.
Upcoming Events
Light The Way Gala 2024
2024-03-23
Join us for an evening of fine dining and spirited auctions to benefit educational initiatives.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Scholarship Program
Awards a variety of scholarships to graduating high school seniors to support their higher education.
Learn MoreTeacher Grants Program
Provides grants based on teacher requests to enhance student learning experiences.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Event Volunteer
Help with organizing and running fundraising events.
Committee Member
Join a committee to help guide the foundation's initiatives and activities.
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
55
48
/100
Program Expense Ratio
93.01%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.03596
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
23.87
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
25.69
4
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 29K | 46.65% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 24.68K | 39.70% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 9.759K | 15.70% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 62.16K | 100.00% |
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