At the Carlin Nalley Foundation (CNF), our mission is simple — to support the students of Lisle High School through meaningful scholarships that honor excellence, character, leadership, and service. But just as important as what we do is how we do it.We want our supporters, partners, and alumni community to know this:
💙 We Are a 100% Volunteer-Run OrganizationThe CNF Board is made up of dedicated alumni and Lisle supporters who volunteer their time and talents to serve the next generation. Our team handles everything internally — from fundraising and scholarship administration to event planning, digital content creation, and web development. We do this because we believe in the mission and in the power of our Lisle community.
💸 Nearly Every Dollar Goes Directly to ScholarshipsBecause we don’t pay salaries or outsource our core operations, we are proud to say that the vast majority of donations go directly into the scholarship fund. Your support goes where you intend it to go — to students who need a hand up and a boost forward.
We treat every contribution with care and transparency — whether it's a $25 gift, a corporate sponsorship, or an RMD donation from a longtime alum.
🤝 You’re Not Just Donors — You’re PartnersWhen you give to CNF, you're joining a legacy of Lisle Lions helping Lisle Lions. You're preserving the spirit of Coach Carlin Nalley and ensuring future students experience the same support and pride we’ve all benefited from. Your impact reaches far beyond the checkbook — it changes lives.

From all of us at CNF — thank you for believing in Lisle, believing in our students, and believing in us.
Together, we’re building something that lasts.
Go Lions!
— The Carlin Nalley Foundation Board

​🎓 Why This Matters
Since its founding, the Carlin Nalley Foundation has awarded over $300,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors from Lisle High School — recognizing excellence in academics, athletics, leadership, the arts, and community service.
In 2025, CNF awarded $4,500 scholarships to outstanding seniors. In 2026, that amount increases to $5,000 per student — but we need your help to make that possible for even more deserving Lions.
This matching challenge is more than just a fundraiser — it’s an opportunity to invest in the future of Lisle, to honor our shared roots, and to extend a hand to the next generation.

🧑‍🎓 Every Gift Tells a Story
Whether you give in honor of a favorite teacher, coach, classmate, or family member, your donation will help write a new chapter in a young person’s story. And thanks to our Secret Santa match, your generosity will go twice as far.

• Honor the past.
• Celebrate the present.
• Build the future.

📅 The Deadline: Jan 1, 2026 at Midnight
Let’s end 2025 on a high note — together.
🎯 Help us reach the full $10,000 match before the new year begins.
👉 Give now: https://www.carlinnalleyfoundation.org/lisle-alumni-blog/payment-methods-for-donations-to-the-lisle-high-school-alumni-scholarship-fund

💙 Thank You for Keeping the Spirit of Lisle Alive
From all of us at the Carlin Nalley Foundation, thank you for your continued support, generosity, and Lion pride. Let’s finish strong and make 2026 our most impactful year yet.
Go Lions!
— The CNF Board