Give student’s and educators a little extra help now to secure their ability to grow, thrive, and succeed in Murray. Murray Education Foundation offers a wide range of programs, initiatives, and campaigns you can give to.
From classroom grants and learning experiences to scholarships and capital campaigns, you are in control and can direct your funds to be used in ways that are most meaningful to you. Here are a list of current options:
Fundraisers
Murray Education Foundation conducts three annual fundraisers each year to support classroom learning experiences for students (Golf Tournament, Pinnacle Awards, and Pickleball Tournament), celebrate teachers (Pinnacle Awards), and support Murray's Unified Sports Program (Pickleball Tournament).
Golf Tournament: The Annual Golf Tournament, held in August, began in 1996 and over the years has funded thousands of classroom grants Murray teachers apply for after the tournament. Held at Murray Parkway Golf Course, the popular tournament has showcased spirited play with wonderful donated prizes to ensure each year is memorable. Go here to learn more.
Pinnacle Awards: The Annual Pinnacle Awards, held in March, began in 2004 and is Murray's top recognition, honoring five educators, one volunteer, and one Murray District staff person for their model work and leadership. Nominations are open to the entire Murray community and reviewed by a selection committee, where the winners are selected and surprised at work and honored with a special evening gala. Go here to learn more.
Pickleball Tournament: New in 2025, the Foundation is conducting it's first fundraiser to support special education classroom learning experiences, and Murray's Unified Sports Program. Unified Sports is a program of Special Olympics and gives students with disabilities an opportunity to participate with traditional students on the court and field in competition with other schools. Go here to learn more.
Student Scholarships
Teacher Scholarships
Science/STEM Classroom Learning
Language Arts Classroom Learning
Technology Classroom Learning
Physical Education Learning
Special Education Classroom Learning
Unified Sports Program
MHS Athletics or Activities
Individual Schools or Classrooms
Performing Arts
Other Directed Donations
Now that you can see there are many meaningful things you can give to, go here to learn about different ways you can donate, including some that provide significant tax savings.