Kalamazoo RESA Foundation
40 Years of Service and Support
The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency (KRESA) Foundation was created in 1984 to support educational opportunities for underserved young learners in our community. Forty years later, our vital work continues! The Foundation continues to grow to support the mission of KRESA: to deliver transformative, equitable and innovative programs, and specialized services that empower learners, families and schools to thrive in a rapidly changing world. We believe in the transformative power of education to strengthen schools, empower families, and uplift communities. Together, we work to bring educational initiatives to Kalamazoo County that foster innovative programs, nurture staff, and support students’ aspirations. Join us as we create a brighter future for all, one initiative at a time.
Our Work
Today, the KRESA Foundation supports initiatives that inspire excellence in education from cradle to career. We do this through a variety of programs, including scholarships for students and grants for current and future educators.
In 2023, the KRESA Foundation awarded nearly $80,000 in grants and scholarships:
Join Us in Transforming Lives
You can support the work of the KRESA Foundation! Your generosity provides us with the necessary funds to continue this work. Together, we can ensure all students and educators have the financial support they need to pursue their dreams.
With your help, we can create a legacy of educational excellence that begins today, right here in Kalamazoo County.
Giving options
Your gift offers the Foundation the greatest flexibility to respond to changing needs of students and staff. With your donation, the earned income on assets helps provide grants, scholarships and special programs to Kalamazoo County learners and educators.
Donate Online
You can support the Foundation in just a few clicks! It's fast, convenient, and safe to make a one-time donation or set up an automatic monthly giving plan. Plus, you can track your giving in one spot and print a receipt for taxes any time.
If you’re interested in donating over $1,000 or would like to discuss establishing a named scholarship with the Foundation, please contact Mason Everett.
Kalamazoo RESA Staff Donations
If you’re a member of the KRESA team and would like to make a one-time or recurring donation, simply complete this donation form and submit to the Business Office. We’ve provided a number of ways to help make supporting the Foundation easy.
KRESA Foundation Board Members
Rex Bell
Miller-Davis Company
Nkenge Bergan
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Travis Cree
Stryker
Faye Davis
SINA Communications
James Devers
Communities In Schools of Kalamazoo (CIS)
Nancy Gallihugh
Kalamazoo RESA
Dr. Deveta Gardner
Western Michigan University
Kwame Gyimah
Lennon Miller PLC
Jen Heymoss
Frontline Solutions
Wendy Hutchison
Community Volunteer
Shirley Johnson
Community Volunteer
Mike McIntyre
AVB
Bridget Timmeney
Align AZO, LLC
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