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Welcome to the

Bismarck Public Schools Foundation

The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation is dedicated to our partnership with the Bismarck Public Schools to empower all students to thrive by providing recognition, service and program enhancements to both students and staff.

In scholarships to deserving BPS students

In Grants to Innovative BPS Teachers & Staff

A Legacy of support

The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation (BPSF) was established in 1989 by the Bismarck School Board. The Bismarck School Board created a board of directors for the foundation to generate funds and other gifts for the school district. In 2003 the BPSF obtained its 501 (c)(3) status as a tax exempt organization. Donors may deduct contributions to the BPSF as provided in section 170 of the tax code. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers and gifts to the BPSF for its use are deductible for federal, estate and gift tax purposes if they meet the provisions of the tax code.

Who We Are

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Support Your School

Although schools across BPS teach similar curriculum, the student needs can vary greatly from school to school. Find out how you can help!

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Support Your Passion

Established programs within BPS provide critical support system to our students within the Bismarck community to empower all students within BPS to thrive. Whether it is our Students in Transition program or Mental Health programming there are so many opportunities that you can join BPSF to enrich the lives of our BPS students.

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FEATURED INITIATIVES

Show off your pet and help support 3 local causes!

Donate $20 along with a photo of your pet and a BPS student artist’s rendition of your pet will be sent back to you! Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the BPS Fine Arts Department, BPS Foundation and the Central Dakota Humane Society

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Support your passion and the programs that make a difference across our district

The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation provides funding opportunities for a variety of programs across the district ranging from basic needs to scholarship opportunities. Find out more about how you can help today!

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Show off your pet and help support 3 local causes!

Donate $20 along with a photo of your pet and a BPS student artist’s rendition of your pet will be sent back to you! Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the BPS Fine Arts Department, BPS Foundation and the Central Dakota Humane Society

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Help us keep our students warm this winter

The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation would like to thank all of the generous donors who donated winter gear or financially to help us supply to winter gear to students in need. We are still accepting funding for those who would still like to donate for needs that will arise throughout the winter.

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News & Announcements

BPSF recognizes the Students of the Week for the month of December

Jan 11, 2021

The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation would like to congratulate and recognize our Student of the Week Awardees for the month of December, they are as follows: Cage Akovenko of Northridge Elementary for the week of December 7 Maren Ulvestad of Pioneer Elementary for...

Show off your Pet and help 3 local causes!

Dec 30, 2020

Donate $20 along with a photo of your pet and a BPS student artist's rendition of your pet will be sent back to you! https://youtu.be/z-haZKw9Q8M The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation has partnered with the BPS Fine Arts programs within BPS and Central Dakota Humane...

BPSF recognizes Students of the Week for the month of November

Dec 8, 2020

The Bismarck Public Schools Foundation would like to congratulate and recognize our Student of the Week Awardees for the month of November, they are as follows: - Elisabet Bohn of Lincoln Elementary for the week of November 2nd - Amelia Duchak of Miller Elementary for...