About the IMSA Fund
The IMSA Fund for Advancement of Education is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting IMSA’s mission of inspiring and empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators. By giving to the IMSA Fund, you become part of a transformative vision—one that advances education and unlocks boundless potential in students who will shape the future. Gifts can be directed toward specific programs or left unrestricted to address IMSA’s most urgent needs. Each gift is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law (Tax ID #36-3422778). We invite you to join us as a forward-thinking partner, investing in a legacy of innovation, hope, and possibility for Illinois and beyond.
Donor News
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Class of ’92 alum Dr. Gretchen Green and her Space Journey: Even before she became a student at IMSA, Dr. Gretchen Green dreamed of space. Years later, she achieved it—becoming one of the rare few to see Earth from above. As a crew member on the NS-32 mission, she floated in zero gravity, traced the curve of the planet, and felt the profound clarity and gratitude astronauts often describe. Read more…
Scott Air Force Base Partners with IMSA to Make a Local Impact: When community partners share a powerful vision, remarkable things can happen. In southern Illinois, some of IMSA’s most impactful outreach programs in the Metro East area have evolved from a shared commitment to igniting curiosity. Thanks to the leadership of Dawn Waller, IMSA Metro East Innovation Hub Manager, and the extraordinary support of partners like Scott Air Force Base, which has supported IMSA STEM programs for more than 14 years, thousands of K–12 students are discovering new possibilities in STEM fields they may otherwise have never explored. Read more…
What New Tax Laws Mean for your Giving Plans: Changes to the tax code beginning January 1, 2026 could affect how and when you choose to give to the IMSA Fund and other nonprofits. Read more…
Impact IMSA
Impact IMSA is a donor newsletter dedicated to celebrating the inspiring individuals, families, and organizations who believe in the transformative power of IMSA. In each edition, we spotlight the stories of generous supporters who are making a difference, alumni doing amazing things, and current happenings at IMSA. Through these heartfelt stories, Impact IMSA not only honors our valued donors but also highlights the profound impact they have on advancing IMSA’s mission to inspire and nurture the next generation. Join us in recognizing the vision, generosity, and passion that are fueling our path forward. If you are a donor to the IMSA Fund and you aren’t receiving Impact IMSA, please let us know at giving@imsa.edu.
Officers & Committee Chairs
- President – Kimberly Simon, Vice-President Strategy, Mobility and Convenience, BP
- Treasurer & Finance Chair – Matt Maddox ’89, Air Products Equipment Company
- Secretary & Governance Chair – Dan Mueth, AstraZeneca, Senior Director, Project Management Group Leader (Global Medical Affairs, Oncology)
Board of Directors
- Hector Correa, SmartStrikes
- Richard R. Tung ’93, Wells Fargo
- Sam Yagan ’95, CEO, Corazon Capital
- Sharon Zeng ’08, Facebook
