Welcome to The NSSEO Foundation, Inc.
A 501(c)(3) Organization
The Foundation was established in December of 1991 and recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization in 1993. The organization’s purpose is to secure and channel resources to support and promote the educational programs and services for students served by the Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization (NSSEO).
Our Board of Directors drives this mission forward through year-round community events, grant writing, and solicitation of corporate and private financial support.
What is NSSEO?
NSSEO is a special education cooperative that provides comprehensive educational programs and services for students with disabilities from eight member school districts in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.
Students’ challenges may include intellectual disabilities, multiple disabilities, autism, hearing and visual impairments, physical/health impairments, communication disorders, and/or social emotional needs.
Want to make a difference?
Click the button below to apply for our Board of Directors, or reach out to us at NSSEOFoundation@nsseo.org to learn more.
Board of Directors
Sandy Neumann | President
Mark Hamlen | Vice President
Kevin Kelly | Treasurer
Linda Sohn | Secretary
Cindy Marcinkowski | Director
Craig Nicholas | Director
Jill Wood | Director
Mary Ann McGinn | Director
Liaisons
Dr. Meg Schnoor
Superintendent
Dr. Brad Carter
Associate Superintendent of Human Resources and Communications
Eleni Berhanu
Director of Business Services
Annual Program Donations
| Parent Education Resource Center | General Support |
| Sunrise Lake Outdoor Education Center | Fall and Winter Festivals |
| Supporting Families | Holiday Giving |
| Teacher Appreciation | Back to School Breakfast |
Mini-Grants
The NSSEO Foundation proudly supports a wide range of initiatives that enrich the lives of students, families, and staff that are not funded through the regular budget process. By supporting staff mini-grants with an emphasis on after school opportunities, classroom-extension opportunities and transition activities, the NSSEO Foundation provides educational tools and opportunities that foster student growth and success.
Staff Mini-Grants
Awarded School Year 25-26| Program / School | Grant Project |
|---|---|
| Timber Ridge School | Family Literacy and Movie Night |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program | Social Club |
| Timber Ridge School | Empowering Girls |
| MacArthur Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program | Community Based Learning |
| Riley Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program | Classroom Store Enrichment |
| Timber Ridge School | Cooking Club |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Hersey High School | Community Consumers |
| Vision & OM Program | VIP Club |
| Miner School | Miner Memorial Library |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program | Family Bowling Night |
| Assistive Technology Program | Assistive Technology Equipment |
Apply for a Mini-Grant
NSSEO staff are invited to apply for funding to enhance educational tools and opportunities for our students. Here is what you need to know:
- Who can apply: Certified and licensed staff, or professional teams including paraprofessionals.
- Funding limits: Grants are awarded up to $2,500 for projects that enhance normal program budget supports (and may not supplant existing budgetary items).
- Priority given to: Projects that reflect research-based strategies and techniques for special education students served by NSSEO.
*The NSSEO Foundation, Inc. is always willing to consider larger grants on an individual basis throughout the year when proposed by program administration.
Donate Now!
Help build a promising future for our students
The NSSEO Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization. Donations and memorial gifts are tax deductible.
Mail Checks To:
The NSSEO Foundation, Inc.
799 W Kensington Road, Mt Prospect, IL 60056
Corporate matching gifts are gratefully accepted and thank you letters are sent to both individual donors and companies. The NSSEO Foundation, Inc. actively seeks grant funding opportunities. Organizations interested in supporting the activities of the Foundation are encouraged to contact us!
Contact Us
Email: nsseofoundation@nsseo.org
Phone: Marcia at 847-463-8100
Location:
NSSEO Foundation
799 West Kensington Road
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
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