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Extracurricular Participation Support

Rich Meseroll "Coach Mez" Athletic/Activity Memorial Fund

Rich Meseroll, better known as Mr. Meseroll, Coach Mez, or just Mez, was a beloved career educator and coach in the Chandler Unified School District for 25 years.  He was passionate about teaching and coaching, leaving a legacy of teamwork, fairness, and inclusivity, positively impacting countless students over his tenure. 

“What will happen to this student if I don’t help him/her?” 

As a teacher and a coach, Mr. Meseroll/Coach Mez, personified the Good Samaritan.  If any of his athletes/students were in need, he would find a way to help them, even if it meant reaching into his own pocket to assist. 

The Coach Mez Activity Fund has been established in his name to honor his passion and mission that athletes/students who want to participate should have the opportunity to do so.

Student Nomination Form

The Coach Mez Activity Fund provides financial support for students to participate in sports or extra-curricular activities. Requests of up to $100 can be used for special equipment, fees, clothing, or other requirements for students to participate in a particular activity. Priority is given to students in extenuating circumstances. 

Activity Fund requests must come from a CUSD employee and can be submitted online through the CEF application platform. All applications are reviewed by a committee with decisions provided within seven days. Funds can be requested once per quarter. 

Should you have any questions, please contact us by email or call our office at 480-224-3030. 

Contribute to the Coach Mez Fund

Chandler Education Foundation is a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Contributions may be tax deductible but are not eligible for Arizona State tax credits. Donors are encouraged to confirm deductions with a tax professional.

Visit our Invest in Education page to make a donation to the Coach Mez Activity Fund. 

Our Impact This Year

  • Funds Raised

    $644,991

  • Grants Allocated

    $85,000

  • Scholarships Awarded

    $264,700

  • Access Support

    $99,167

  • Volunteer Hours

    31,640

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