Get Involved

Job Announcement

We are always looking for passionate and dedicated individuals who are interested in getting involved as a volunteer, intern, independent study, or for summer employment. We will have summer instructors, college coaches, and overnight staff positions for our Summer Immersion Program.

If you are interested, contact Academy Director Tameka Thompson:
tfthom1@ilstu.edu
309-438-5841

Support First Star Academy

Without your donations, effectively serving foster care youth in our area is impossible. All in-kind and financial gifts are accepted and eligible to be claimed as a donation for tax purposes. Donations can be made by clicking the "Make a Gift" link or contact First Star Academy for additional options. A “Wish List” of specific needs is included below for suggestions.

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Wish List

School Supplies:

Backpacks, notebooks, folders, highlighters, pens, binders, note cards,
post-it notes, journals

Winter Items:

Socks, hats, gloves, scarves, blankets, pajamas

Toiletries:

Deodorant, soap, lotion, body sprays, towel sets
Hair Supplies: Bonnets, hair wraps, hair ties, combs

Miscellaneous:

Books, water bottles, sensory items (fidgets), aromatherapy (mini
diffusers), Holiday items (all holiday items, stockings, gingerbread kits, Halloween
pumpkins, misc.)

Technology:

Chargers, portable chargers, mini speakers, Pop Its, back of phone card
holder

Gift Cards:

McDonalds, Walmart, Hy-Vee, Target, Starbucks, Bath and Body Works, Dicks
Sporting Goods, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Unspecified (Visa, Vanilla, misc.)

ISU:

Any and all ISU swag!