The MASA Foundation Endowment

The mission of the 501(c)(3) School Administrators Charitable and Educational Foundation is to enhance the leadership development of educational administrators, to encourage and support individuals interested in careers in teaching or educational administration, to enhance the role and image of educational administrators, and to conduct research and provide information to policymakers and the public at large.
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The MASA Foundation sponsors the MASA Mentoring Program, Equity and Excellence in Education Network, and the Professional Assistance Team.

The MASA Foundation supports programs that directly benefit MASA members just like you.

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Endowment Donor Wall
Thank You To Our Current Members!

Bill Adams
​Jack Almos
Cindy Amoroso
Gary Amoroso
Chace Anderson
​Theresa Battle
Donald Berkland
Arthur Bruning
Susan Burris
Cliff Carmody
John Christiansen
Renee Corneille
Rochelle Cox
John Currie
Barbara Devlin
Keith Dixon
​Donald Draayer

Kenneth Dragseth
Paul Drange
Marty Duncan
Ann-Marie Foucault​
​Joe Gothard
Kevin Grover
Deb Henton
​Kim Hiel
Matt Hillmann
Jeff Holm
James Johnson
Wayne Kazmierczak
Kathy Kelly
Clark Kirkpatrick
Joann Knuth
Ken LaCroix
​Kathy Leedom

Michael Lovett
​Linda Madsen
John McClellan
Eric Melbye
Jenna Mitchler
​Janet Mohr
Scott Monson
Fred Nolan
Jeffrey Olson
Bob Ostlund
Sara Paul
​Patty Phillips
Harold Remme
Charles Rick
Diane Rauschenfels
John Schultz
Kelly Smith

Steve Smith​
​​Beverly Stofferahn
Mary Ann Straley
Scott Thielman
Curt Tryggestad
Stephen Twitchell
Rachel Udstuen
Greg Vandal
Vera Weber
Carl Wahlstrom
Ariana Wright
Bruce Watkins
Kristine Wehrkamp Herman
Dan Weir
David Wettergren
Wold Architects and Engineers 
Shawn Yates​

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The MASA Foundation is pleased to announce the return of the Foundation Endowment Campaign! All proceeds from the campaign go toward achieving the Foundation’s mission of enhancing the leadership development of educational administrators just like you. Previous iterations of the Foundation’s annual endowment have resulted in more than 150 members pledging an annual donation to the endowment for at least 4 years. Can your fellow MASA members count on your support for 2023-24?

The MASA Foundation sponsors the MASA Mentoring Program, the Equity and Excellence in Education Network, and the Professional Assistance Team.

Here's how your contribution to the MASA Foundation directly impacts your colleagues and your MASA experience:​

The MASA Mentoring Program

Do you remember what it was like during your first year as a district-level administrator? 

​The MASA Mentor Program offers first-year mentoring to any MASA member new to their role, equipping them with resources, guidance, and professional and emotional support to excel in their positions. By contributing to the MASA Foundation Endowment Campaign, you directly impact the quality of education in Minnesota and the professional growth of our newest MASA members. Over the past eight years, the Foundation has supported more than 250 new members by funding the MASA Mentor Program.

The Equity and Excellence in Education Network

The MASA Foundation has generously provided funds to support MASA's Equity and Excellence in Education Network. Previous opportunities have included: Leading for an Equitable System Symposium, Virtual Equity Power Hours, and the Educational Equity Continuum Series. With your continued support, we can expand these efforts and make a lasting difference in bridging educational disparities across all communities in Minnesota.

Professional Dialogue Sessions
The Professional Dialogue Sessions were a series of eight virtual sessions during 2022-23 hosted originally by Commissioner Willie Jett and then by Dr. Brenda Cassellius. More than 320 members attended last year’s very popular sessions! Topics and information for the 2023-24 year are under development!

Professional Assistance Team (P.A.T.)

Your donation ensures that experienced MASA colleagues are there to confidentially discuss issues, offer advice, and provide valuable coaching during critical times. Over the past five years, the P.A.T. has served more than 50 of your colleagues during times of crisis!

How can I give back?
You can join the MASA Foundation Endowment for four years (2023-27) at three different giving levels or opt for a one-time suggested donation of $50.

All donors to the Endowment Campaign will be listed on the Foundation’s Donor Wall.

Your support is vital, and every contribution, regardless of size, brings us closer to allowing the Foundation to live out its mission. Thank you for your commitment to improving educational leadership and your dedication to the MASA community. 

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