Causes: Education
Mission: O. F. F. E. R. Oneonta Foundation Mission StatementThe mission of Oneonta’s Foundation for Educational Resources (OFFER) is to support Oneonta City Schools in providing a challenging and enriching educational experience, maximizing the learning potential of every student while forming the cornerstone of our community’s future. Who We Are501(c) (3) nonprofit - tax exempt, philanthropic organization of citizens. Volunteers sharing a vision to enhance education at OCS. What We DoProvide funding for educational programs that fall outside the system budget. Expand community involvement through fundraising events. We Believe and Are Committed ToAll students deserve the best education our community can deliver. Oneonta City Schools are the foundation for our community. Working in partnership with the system to understand educational priorities. Operating ethically with the utmost professionalism and integrity, with clarity, transparency and accountability in all we do within the organization and community. Improvement and organizational renewal through continuous board planning and development. A comprehensive approach to fundraising and responsible stewardship of all donations. Why You Should Support OFFERThrough community support OFFER continues to expand our annual income in order to ensure long-term viability for Oneonta City Schools. As our school grows, so should our foundation in order to meet greater needs. Currently OFFER has begun working to help support the system’s goal of transitioning to a 1:1 technology environment. The system goal of every student having access to their own device, supported by digital content with immediate access to needed resources, will help our schools engage students and support teaching and learning. College and career readiness is a key priority in our education community. The increasingly competitive global economy makes it imperative more students enter career fields, enabling higher wages and greater potential for growth. Technology opens these doors and gives our students a clear advantage to help them succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Results:
•Manages OFFER's annual budget and cash flow to ensure a financially healthy 501©3 organization.
•Increased annual incomes from 10K to over $200,000.00.
•Awarded $5,000.00 CAWACO RC&D Grant 2016 Cycle.
•Awarded $10,000.00+ Walmart Foundation Grants 2013 - 2016 Cycles.
•Awarded $310,000.00 ARC Grant 2015 & 2016 Cycles.
•Pending awards of $75,000.00 additional grants completed 2016.
•Spearheaded the following activities: Capital Campaign for Technology, Homecoming Tailgate Party, Teacher of the Year Grants and Classroom Assistance Program, Special Programs Assistance, and Educational Grant Writing.
•Forged community supported fundraising projects: Family Movie Nights, OFFER Raffles, Bake and Rose Sales, A Mid Summer’s Night Run and Hometown Focus on ABC 33/40.
•Spur active social media and public relations to engage the public and advance the Foundation’s mission. https://www. facebook. com/OneontaFoundationforEducationalResources/https://twitter. com/OFFER_Oneonta
Target demographics: OFFER is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization formed to service the needs of all students and teachers at Oneonta City Schools in Oneonta, Alabama.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 1476 Students enrolled in Oneonta City School System, K-12.
Geographic areas served: The mission of Oneonta’s Foundation for Educational Resources (OFFER) is to support Oneonta City Schools in Oneonta, Alabama by providing a challenging and enriching educational experience, maximizing the learning potential of every student while forming the cornerstone of our community’s future.
Programs: Through community support OFFER continues to expand our annual income in order to ensure long-term viability for Oneonta City Schools. As our school grows, so should our foundation in order to meet greater needs. Currently OFFER has begun working to help support the system’s goal of transitioning to a One to One technology environment. The system goal of every student having access to their own device, supported by digital content with immediate access to needed resources, will help our schools engage students and support teaching and learning. College and career readiness is a key priority in our education community. The increasingly competitive global economy makes it imperative more students enter career fields, enabling higher wages and greater potential for growth. Technology opens these doors and gives our students a clear advantage to help them succeed in the classroom and beyond. Additional OFFER Programs and Services Include: Capital Campaign, Homecoming Tailgating Party, Family Movie Nights, Teacher of the Year Grants, Classroom Assistance Program, Educational Grant Writing, Community Supported Programs, A Midsummer Night's Run, Semi-Annual Raffle Fundraisers, Active Social Media and School Promotion.
Mission: O. F. F. E. R. Oneonta Foundation Mission StatementThe mission of Oneonta’s Foundation for Educational Resources (OFFER) is to support Oneonta City Schools in providing a challenging and enriching educational experience, maximizing the learning potential of every student while forming the cornerstone of our community’s future. Who We Are501(c) (3) nonprofit - tax exempt, philanthropic organization of citizens. Volunteers sharing a vision to enhance education at OCS. What We DoProvide funding for educational programs that fall outside the system budget. Expand community involvement through fundraising events. We Believe and Are Committed ToAll students deserve the best education our community can deliver. Oneonta City Schools are the foundation for our community. Working in partnership with the system to understand educational priorities. Operating ethically with the utmost professionalism and integrity, with clarity, transparency and accountability in all we do within the organization and community. Improvement and organizational renewal through continuous board planning and development. A comprehensive approach to fundraising and responsible stewardship of all donations. Why You Should Support OFFERThrough community support OFFER continues to expand our annual income in order to ensure long-term viability for Oneonta City Schools. As our school grows, so should our foundation in order to meet greater needs. Currently OFFER has begun working to help support the system’s goal of transitioning to a 1:1 technology environment. The system goal of every student having access to their own device, supported by digital content with immediate access to needed resources, will help our schools engage students and support teaching and learning. College and career readiness is a key priority in our education community. The increasingly competitive global economy makes it imperative more students enter career fields, enabling higher wages and greater potential for growth. Technology opens these doors and gives our students a clear advantage to help them succeed in the classroom and beyond.
Results:
•Manages OFFER's annual budget and cash flow to ensure a financially healthy 501©3 organization.
•Increased annual incomes from 10K to over $200,000.00.
•Awarded $5,000.00 CAWACO RC&D Grant 2016 Cycle.
•Awarded $10,000.00+ Walmart Foundation Grants 2013 - 2016 Cycles.
•Awarded $310,000.00 ARC Grant 2015 & 2016 Cycles.
•Pending awards of $75,000.00 additional grants completed 2016.
•Spearheaded the following activities: Capital Campaign for Technology, Homecoming Tailgate Party, Teacher of the Year Grants and Classroom Assistance Program, Special Programs Assistance, and Educational Grant Writing.
•Forged community supported fundraising projects: Family Movie Nights, OFFER Raffles, Bake and Rose Sales, A Mid Summer’s Night Run and Hometown Focus on ABC 33/40.
•Spur active social media and public relations to engage the public and advance the Foundation’s mission. https://www. facebook. com/OneontaFoundationforEducationalResources/https://twitter. com/OFFER_Oneonta
Target demographics: OFFER is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization formed to service the needs of all students and teachers at Oneonta City Schools in Oneonta, Alabama.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 1476 Students enrolled in Oneonta City School System, K-12.
Geographic areas served: The mission of Oneonta’s Foundation for Educational Resources (OFFER) is to support Oneonta City Schools in Oneonta, Alabama by providing a challenging and enriching educational experience, maximizing the learning potential of every student while forming the cornerstone of our community’s future.
Programs: Through community support OFFER continues to expand our annual income in order to ensure long-term viability for Oneonta City Schools. As our school grows, so should our foundation in order to meet greater needs. Currently OFFER has begun working to help support the system’s goal of transitioning to a One to One technology environment. The system goal of every student having access to their own device, supported by digital content with immediate access to needed resources, will help our schools engage students and support teaching and learning. College and career readiness is a key priority in our education community. The increasingly competitive global economy makes it imperative more students enter career fields, enabling higher wages and greater potential for growth. Technology opens these doors and gives our students a clear advantage to help them succeed in the classroom and beyond. Additional OFFER Programs and Services Include: Capital Campaign, Homecoming Tailgating Party, Family Movie Nights, Teacher of the Year Grants, Classroom Assistance Program, Educational Grant Writing, Community Supported Programs, A Midsummer Night's Run, Semi-Annual Raffle Fundraisers, Active Social Media and School Promotion.
27605 State Highway 75, Oneonta, AL 35121
205-625-3252
Education
Oneonta
