For Donors 

Can I make a donation via cash, check or donor-advised fund?

Yes to all three! You can donate through this site, or via cash or check. Checks should be made payable to NEF.

Donations can be given to students to turn in at Lincoln Junior High, or mailed directly to the Naperville Education Foundation (NEF) at 203 W. Hillside, Naperville, IL 60540. All donations by cash, check or donor-advised fund must include a note of the student's first and last name. Funds will be applied to the student's fundraising account within 2 business days of being received  by the NEF office. 

Is my donation tax-deductible? 

The Naperville Education Foundation (NEF) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) Illinois corporation. All gifts are tax deductible based on federal IRS regulations. Please consult your tax advisor for details. All donors will receive a donation acknowledgement via email. 

EIN: 36-3844402 

My company offers matching gifts. Can they contribute? 

Yes! Any paperwork needed for matching gift processing can be sent to the NEF office at nef@naperville203.org or 203 W. Hillside, Naperville, IL 60540. 

What will my donation help support? 

100% of donations support students! 

Home & School partnered with the Naperville Education Foundation (NEF) to power the fundraising quest. Half of each donation goes directly to Lincoln's Home & School and half goes to support NEF-funded district-wide programs that benefit students and teachers at Lincoln and every Naperville 203 school.

Your tax-deductible Lancer Quest donations support: 

• WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) program for incoming 6th graders
• Teacher and staff wishlists for improving classrooms
• Student events, celebrations, and recognition
• Assistance for students and families in-need (NEF)
• Robotics and before and after school programs (NEF) 
• Teacher and student grants (NEF) 
• ...and more!

For students, parents and guardians

What will my donation help support? How is NEF involved in the fundraiser?

100% of donations support students! 

Home & School partnered with the Naperville Education Foundation (NEF) to power the fundraising quest. Half of each donation goes directly to Lincoln's Home & School and half goes to support NEF-funded district-wide programs that benefit students and teachers at Lincoln and every Naperville 203 school.

NEF and Home & School worked together to create a new fundraiser with parent feedback in mind. This pilot fundraiser, which is happening only at Lincoln, does not ask students or families to sell any items. 100% of donations support students and stay in the school district, rather than having a significant percentage go to an outside fundraising company. All donations are fully tax-deductible. NEF built the fundraiser and provides the tools, structure, communications and prizes to power the fundraiser.

NEF's district-wide programs support students at Lincoln and every Naperville 203 school. Last year alone at Lincoln, NEF funded the FIRST Lego League robotics team, Study Skills Academy, a $1,000 School Appreciation Grant, and an Express Grant for the Crochet Club. In addition, half of the funds raised by TEAM NEF members running or walking on behalf of Lincoln Junior High as Charity Heroes for NEF went directly to the school. 

Your tax-deductible Lancer Quest donations support: 

• WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) program for incoming 6th graders
• Teacher and staff wishlists for improving classrooms
• Student events, celebrations, and recognition
• Assistance for students and families in-need (NEF)
• Robotics and before and after school programs (NEF) 
• Teacher and student grants (NEF) 
• ...and more!

When does Lancer Quest start and end? 

The Fundraiser begins on Friday, September 8 and ends at 11:59 PM on Friday, September 29. 

How do I unlock my quest? 

Unlock your Quest by clicking on Register at the top of the page. When you complete your registration, you'll see your personal fundraising page to share with friends and family. Share your page via text, email or social media!

I didn't get a confirmation email. Help!

Please check your junk mail or spam folder. The email will be delivered from the email address receipt@qgiv.com 

I have two students at Lincoln. How do I sign them both up for the fundraiser? 

When you finish registering your first student, cilck Add Another Student and repeat the process. Each student will have their own fundraising page. 

If you'd like to use one log in (email address and password) to manage both fundraising pages, select the box that says "I'll manage their fundraising" on the next screen. 

How do I ask people to donate to my fundraising? 

Think of who in your life (family, friends, your parents/guardians' work friends,...anyone!) might like to donate to support your quest and your school! Share your link via text, email, or social media. The email you received after signing up includes some sample messages you can use! 

(Please do not send your link to students or your teachers - they are already supporting the school!) 

Every donation makes a difference! The more people you ask, the bigger your chances are of helping Lincoln meet our fundraising goal!

What link do I share? 

Get your personal fundraising link from the confirmation email you get after signing up. Can't find the email? Email nef@naperville203.org to receive your link. 

Can I add a list of email addresses on this site to send messages to friends and family? 

 Yes! Follow these instructions to send email messages using your fundraising dashboard. 

How will I know if someone donated to support my school? 

You'll receive an email every time someone supports your fundraising! You can also check your personal fundraising page at any time to see how much money you have raised. 

How do I donate to support my student's fundraising? 

You can kickoff your fundraising by making a donation during registration. You can also donate any time using your student's fundraising page. 

How do I earn prizes? 

Prize days are:

• Monday, September 11
• Friday, September 15
• Monday, September 18
• Friday, September 22

All prize details are available on the Rewards page and on the Lancer Quest flyer. 

Can I accept  donations by cash, check or donor-advised fund?

Yes to all three! Supporters can donate through this site, or via cash or check. Checks should be made payable to NEF.

You can turn in your donations in a sealed envelope CLEARLY marked with your first and last name to your first period teacher. Donations can also be mailed directly to the Naperville Education Foundation (NEF) at 203 W. Hillside, Naperville, IL 60540. All donations by cash, check or donor-advised fund must include a note of the student's first and last name. Funds will be applied to the student's fundraising account within 2 business days of being received  by the NEF office. 

Should I thank my donors? 

Everyone who donates to support you will receive a thank you and acknowledgement of their tax-deductible donation. It never hurts to send your own personal thank you as well! 

Any other questions? 

Please email nef@naperville203.org