Welcome To Golden Apple Foundation
We are a volunteer-driven organization that inspires, celebrates and supports educational excellence in our community. Since 1997, the Golden Apple Foundation has grown from honoring teachers in one school district to honoring teachers, principals and volunteers in more than 150 schools, both public and non-public, in Winnebago and Boone counties.
The Foundation operates entirely on the generous financial support of community businesses and individuals, as well as the more than 400 volunteers who donate their time and energy to make our programs successful.
Our Programs
The Golden Apple Foundation continues its mission of educational excellence
in our community through our four core programs.
Upcoming Dates
Nov. 13, 2024
On Nov. 13, we will host our 2024-2025 Nominee Reception from 4:30-6 p.m. in Regents Hall at Rockford University’s Burpee Center, 5050 E. State St. Nominees and your principals should RSVP to info@goldenappleofrockford.com by Nov. 7. There will be heavy appetizers, a cash bar, lots of inspiration, information and congratulations to go around!
Nov. 16, 2024
Visit our friends at Lucha Cantina, 1641 N. Alpine Road, Rockford, for your lunch or dinner and tell them you’re there to support Golden Apple Foundation. We get 15% of the day’s receipts when you do! This is for dine-in OR carryout, too!
Dec. 7, 2024
Visit Golden Apple Foundation representatives at Holiday Hustle Craft Show from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Midway Village, 6799 Guilford Road, Rockford. We will have our 2025 Rockford CityTins for sale. Get your holiday shopping started and start saving money at participating local restaurants and shops!
News
Golden Apple received more than 1450 nominations for the 2025 Golden Apple awards
Golden Apple Foundation Receives Crusader Health’s 2024 Spirit of Caring Award
Golden Apple Foundation delivers 5,000+ apples and smiles
Golden Apple Foundation attends Town Hall Meeting at CollinsAerospace
Get Involved
We need volunteers to continue our mission! Learn more about our committees and the many ways you can help, including fund development, special events, grants and more!
Teacher Academy
Through the Golden Apple Teacher Academy where Golden Apple teachers mentor and share their knowledge with other teachers through our professional development programs.
