Class Circles Program Policy

Purpose

The Class Circles Program engages alumni in supporting Quincy Public Schools through class-based giving. By leveraging the collective participation and competitive spirit of the graduated classes, the program generates philanthropic support to enhance educational opportunities for all students- now and for generations to come.

Fund Use and Allocation

All proceeds from the Class Circles Program will be directed toward the area of greatest need.

Funds may support, but are not limited to:

  • QPS Foundation Teacher Grants Program
  • Academic and classroom initiatives
  • Student support services
  • District-wide priorities and emerging needs
  • Special projects at the QPS Foundation

All final funding decisions will be approved by the QPS Foundation Grants Committee and/or the QPS Foundation Board of Trustees.

A Class Circle will not award out funds until it is considered fully funded by reaching $10,000 in donations.

Fund Structure

  • All Class Circles contributions are considered endowed as part of the Class Circle the funds were donated to.  
  • Funds are not designated for specific schools, programs, or class-year use.
  • Distributions will be made in alignment with Foundation policies and available resources.

Reporting and Transparency

The Foundation is committed to clear and consistent reporting on the use of Class Circles funds.

  • Funded projects and initiatives will be published on the QPS Foundation website.
  • Impact will be shared, when possible, through:
    • Social media
    • Email communications
    • Other public-facing channels

Donors will receive general updates on impact through those means. If an individual contributes a majority or more of a Class Circle’s total giving, the Foundation may provide individualized reporting on fund usage, when appropriate.

Recognition

  • Contributions will be tracked by graduating class year for engagement and recognition.
  • The Foundation may recognize class participation and giving levels publicly.
  • Friendly class competition is encouraged to increase participation and overall impact.

Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically by the QPS Foundation Board of Trustees and updated as needed to align with Foundation priorities and district needs.

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