The Coos Bay Schools Community Foundation will host its annual Spring Tea Fundraiser on Wednesday, April 22nd from 4pm to 5:30pm at St. Monica’s Church. The program will include student performances from the Marshfield Choral Programs, Madison Elementary School, and the Madrala Players. Since 2007, the Foundation has awarded 210 grants worth $111,533 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. “The community has been unbelievably supportive of our organization this year,” says Jennifer Groth, Foundation President. “Our Mark Helfrich event in February was amazing, and with the proceeds from the Spring Tea, we are looking forward to providing grants to many deserving teachers and students in the fall.” 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 .
