District 88 Foundation
2026-27 foundation events
You’re invited to attend the District 88 Foundation’s third annual Gathering at the Grapevine fundraiser
Looking for a fun day out that also benefits a great cause?
The District 88 Foundation invites all parents/guardians, alumni, staff, community members and friends to attend its third annual Gathering at the Grapevine fundraiser on Sept. 19, 2026! The event will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. and will feature a wine tasting, an array of charcuterie and dessert items, live music, raffle items and more. Thank you to our host, DeVine Wine and Cocktail Bar, 339 E. Kenilworth Ave. in Villa Park!
* PLEASE NOTE: Participants must be 21 years old or older to attend this event.
The first 50 registrations will receive a souvenir wine tumbler, and proceeds will fund mini-grants to implement innovative, teacher-led initiatives that will benefit students, which could not otherwise be funded through the district’s budget.
For details, and to buy tickets, go to www.dupage88.net/GatheringAtTheGrapevine2026.
The foundation also invites all businesses, corporations and individuals to be part of the event. To become a sponsor, or to make a donation, complete the packet at www.dupage88.net/GrapevineSponsorPacket2026.
For questions or more information, contact District 88 Director of Community Relations Dani Brink at dbrink@dupage88.net or 630-530-3989.
About the foundation
The District 88 Foundation is a member of the Partnership for Inspired Education (PIE) Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that serves area public school students.
Founded in 2009, PIE is designed to be the foundation that supports a long-term partnership with the community, businesses, schools and, most importantly, the children served. For more information about PIE, go to www.piefoundation.org.
Contact information
Dani Brink, District 88 Director of Community Relations
Dbrink@dupage88.net, 630-209-2704
Staff mini-grants
Each year, the District 88 Foundation hosts and participates in a variety of events to raise money to support/provide mini grants for innovative, teacher-led initiatives that benefit District 88 students. In 2025-26, the foundation (in combination with other funding sources) gave more than $27,000 to expand cultural experiences, provide hands-on projects to learn about chemistry, update music equipment and more.
Consider donating today
To support the enrichment of students through the District 88 and PIE foundations, mail your tax-deductible contribution to:
PIE Foundation
P.O. Box 5438
Villa Park, IL 60181
Donations also may be made securely online by clicking here (www.dupage88.net/D88FoundationDonation).
Matching Gifts: Your gift might be multiplied with a matching gift from your/your spouse’s employer. See the Human Resources Department for the appropriate form, and return it with your contribution. The PIE Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.