Coos Bay Schools Community Foundation Hosts Fundraiser, April 23

The Coos Bay Schools Community Foundation will host its annual Spring Tea Fundraiser on Wednesday, April 23rd from 4pm to 5:30pm at St. Monica’s Church.  The program will include student performances from the Marshfield Men’s Ensemble, Madison Elementary School, the Madrala Players, and a harmonica/ukulele group from Blossom Gulch Elementary.  Since 2007, the Foundation has awarded 177 grants worth $94,133 to programs providing students with expanded opportunities and unique educational experiences in Coos Bay Public Schools.   The Coos Bay Schools Community Foundation was formed during 2007 to promote programs for the arts, academics, activities and athletics for the benefit of the students of the Coos Bay School District by raising funds through community partnerships.  The Foundation is a community-based, not-for-profit organization separate from the Coos Bay School District.  People interested in attending the event should contact Jennifer Groth at 541-217-8293 or sjgroth@charter.net  to make a reservation.  Donations to the Foundation can be mailed to P.O. Box 1372, Coos Bay, OR 97420.  For more information about the Coos Bay Schools Community Foundation, see our website: www.coosbayschoolsfoundation.org.