YPS Foundation

Phone Number: 734-714-1080

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Henry (Hank) McQueen takes over YPSF
Henry (Hank) McQueen was named Executive Director of the Ypsilanti Public
Schools Foundation December 2008, following the resignation of Joanne Hartmeyer.
Mr. McQueen has been in the field of education for over 40 years and is affiliated with a number of nonprofit organizations, bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge to the position. In his current post he is responsible for fund raising to support scholarships for YPS students and teacher mini-grants, used to enhance the classroom environment. His immediate goal is to sustain and increase the foundation support base with a focus on community and alumni giving along with developing partnerships with local stakeholders. Mr. McQueen has an undergraduate degree from Miles College in Alabama and a master's degree from Eastern Michigan University. He is married with two daughters.

Imagine, for just one moment, the difference the gift of time or money can make in the life of a student. The Ypsilanti Public Schools Foundation is one way that you can make a difference. Your gift demonstrates to our students your belief in their ability to achieve. It is a gift of self-worth. It is a pledge to support and assist our students in achieving their goals. It is the belief that every student can exceed all expectation..and SOAR.

Won't you please help our students to achieve those dreams that they only imagined before now? Please contact the Foundation at (734) 714-1080, for information on how you may be a partner in making the dream come true.

"The act of philanthropy is a spiritual act, an expression of caring for one's fellow human beings. It is a belief in the future and that the future can be good. It is investing in that future. It is helping to make the dream come true." Arthur Frantzreb

The Ypsilanti Public Schools Foundation was officially established as a non-profit in January 2007. The foundation will establishment endowments for the purpose of awarding student scholarships and mini-grants to classroom teachers to enhance the educational experience.