Schoolfundr Announces Inaugural Advisory Council of Education Leaders to Guide Future of K-12 Fundraising

Schoolfundr, the leading platform designed specifically for K-12 fundraising, is proud to announce the formation of its inaugural Advisory Council, composed of education leaders from across the nation. The Advisory Council will provide strategic guidance on key issues affecting school-based fundraising and help shape Schoolfundr’s efforts to make fundraising more efficient and stress-free for educators, ensuring students receive the resources they need to thrive.

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Each member of the Advisory Council brings invaluable expertise, having first hand experience using the Schoolfundr platform. With deep knowledge of school communities and unique perspectives shaped by their diverse backgrounds and locations, these leaders will play a vital role in advising on the platform’s continued evolution and impact. Their insights will directly support Schoolfundr’s mission to simplify fundraising, ensuring the platform continues to help schools raise more while allowing them to keep everything they raise—making the process seamless and stress-free for educators so students can reach their full potential.

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The Advisory Council members are:

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• Dr. Jeff Sullivan, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), Maryland Systemwide Athletics Director. In his role at MCPS, he oversees interscholastic athletics for 25 high schools and 40 middle schools. Dr. Sullivan is also currently President of the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association (MPSSAA).

• Steve Robinson, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, North Carolina, District Director of Athletics. In his role with Charlotte-Mecklenburg, Steve oversees athletics at 21 high schools and 47 middle schools. Steve is also an in demand guest speaker and has shared his perspectives on education at dozens of national and regional conventions, as well as other smaller educator meetings.

• Andee Bouwhuis, Deseret Peak High School, Utah, Athletic Director.  Andee is supporting the buildout of the athletic department at Desert Peak High School, a new school opening in the Fall of 2025. Previously, Andee was Athletic Director at Bingham High School (South Jordan, UT). She is also the current President of the Utah Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (UIAAA).

• Scott Guisti, San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD), California, District Director of PE, Health, and Athletics. In his role at SDUSD, Scott oversees athletics at 17 high schools, 7 multi campus high schools, and 32 middle schools. He is also currently President of the San Diego City Conference (SDCC).

• Lonnie Jordan, Plano Independent School District, Texas, District Athletic Director. Coach Jordan has experience as a decorated football coach, and is now in his 30th year in education. Prior to joining Plano, he was most recently the Athletic Director for Highland Park Independent School District in Texas.

• Daryl Nance, Greenville County Schools, South Carolina, District Director of Athletics. Bringing over 30 years of experience as an administrator, teacher, and coach, Daryl is a former President (2004) of the South Carolina Athletic Administrators Association (SCAAA).

• Matt Ortman, Blue Valley School District, Kansas, District Director of Athletics and Activities. The current President of the Kansas Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (KIAAA), Matt previously served as the Athletic Director at Blue Valley High School (Blue Valley, KS) for 9 years.

• Stacey Srsic, San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD), California, Program Manager. Stacey supports not only athletics but also associated student body (ASB) programs, clubs, and student engagement. Before working at the district level, she was a teacher, advisor, and coach at the school level.

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By establishing this Advisory Council, Schoolfundr reinforces its dedication to leading the way in addressing the fundraising challenges faced by schools today. Since its founding in 2022, Schoolfundr has become a trusted partner for school administrators, offering a platform that removes the barriers to raising funds from their communities. With no platform fees, Schoolfundr ensures that students keep all of the money they raise, with only the standard ~3% credit card processing fee deducted.

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This innovative model sets Schoolfundr apart from traditional fundraising platforms, which often charge platform fees as high as 20% to 30%. Instead, Schoolfundr operates on a voluntary tipping system, where donors have the option to support the platform’s operational costs. This approach represents a significant shift in school fundraising, eliminating unnecessary fees and giving schools the chance to keep more of what they raise. By creating a more positive donor experience and maximizing the funds available to schools, Schoolfundr continues to fulfill its mission of making fundraising seamless and stress-free for educators, allowing them to focus on helping students reach their full potential.

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If you are a school leader looking to learn more about Schoolfundr or Schoolfundr+, please visit the company's website (http://www.schoolfundr.org) or email sales@schoolfundr.org.  For press inquiries, please contact Connor@schoolfundr.org. 

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