Supporting Cheyenne Mountain Schools Since 1988
Excellent schools make an excellent community.
The Tradition of Excellence Foundation enhances excellence in Cheyenne Mountain School District 12 by funding district-wide investments that elevate academics, the arts, and athletics.
About the Foundation
An independent partner to District 12
The Tradition of Excellence Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization created to promote and support programs of academic, artistic, and athletic excellence. Founded in 1988, the Foundation provides a tax-deductible vehicle for citizens, businesses, and foundations to contribute to Cheyenne Mountain School District 12.
The Foundation operates independently from, but in cooperation with, the District 12 Board of Education and district administration officials and staff to identify specific needs that the school district is unable to fund, either by law or by budgetary limitations.
For further information on how you can help support the Cheyenne Mountain School District through the Foundation, contact Eric Scott, Foundation President.
“Excellent schools equal excellent communities, and the fundraising efforts of The Tradition of Excellence Foundation not only help District 12 maintain the quality educational programs we have come to expect, but also add value to the entire Cheyenne Mountain community.”
Schools We Serve
How Your Donations Help Our Students
$50,000 in grants awarded across every District 12 school
Because of generous donations given through the annual 12 For 12 campaign, the Legacy Circle, the bi-annual district auction, and designated gifts, the Foundation awarded $50,000 in grants in May to support academics, athletics, and the arts. Thank you to all our donors and volunteers who made these grants possible.
Year founded
Nearly four decades of community support for District 12.
Schools served
Every building in the district, preschool through grade 12.
Pillars
Academics, the arts, and athletics — funded district-wide.
Most recent grant cycle
Teacher grants awarded to 18 projects across eight schools.
Recent Teacher Grant Awards
- STEAM Innovation Station Equipment
- New Sound System
- Console Digital Pianos
- Electronic Pottery Wheels and Clay Mixer
- Indoor Turf Surface Mats
- Environmental Science Ten-Parameter Test Kits
- Archery Equipment for the PE Department
- Inner Balance Bluetooth Sensors for the Mental Health Team
- Art Display Case
- In-Ground Basketball Hoops
- Stage Sound System Upgrades
- Student STEAM Lab
- Responsive Classroom Training and Implementation
- Primary Grades Playground Equipment
- “Kid Power” Programming
- Capturing Kids’ Hearts Training and Implementation
Support the Foundation
Every gift stays on the Mountain
If you would like to support continued excellence in our schools, please make a gift online. One-time, monthly, and annual gifts are all welcome, and every dollar is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. We are so very grateful for your support.
Prefer to mail a check?
Tax-deductible donations can be mailed to:
The Tradition of Excellence Foundationc/o Cheyenne Mountain School District 12
1775 LaClede Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Federal Tax ID (EIN): 74-2519533
Thank You
Our 150 Year Celebration Sponsors
The Foundation is deeply grateful to the families, businesses, and foundations whose sponsorships made the District 12 150th celebration possible.
150th Presenting Sponsor
Partners in Education Sponsor
Continuing Excellence Sponsor
Community Champion Sponsor
Cheyenne Supporter Sponsor
Cheyenne Spirit Sponsor
Leadership
Foundation Board of Directors
Interested in serving? The Foundation welcomes inquiries from community members who share our commitment to District 12. Contact the President.
Alumni & Friends
Did you grow up on the Mountain?
We’re building a community of Cheyenne Mountain alumni, parents, former staff, and friends. Share your details so we can keep you connected to reunions, news, and the next chapter of District 12.
Add Yourself to the Community