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Special Project Application

    Friends of OSD (FOSD) is seeking interested, motivated OSD staff members who would like to work with us on educational projects which are larger in financial scope than our traditional Educational Enrichment Award opportunities. The following two page form will provide the board with basic project information which we will review at our next meeting. We will notify you of our decision and may ask for more detailed information as we consider an appropriate source of funding. Please remember that these projects take a lot of time and pre-planning, since FOSD first has to identify a funding source and then work with you to fill out a grant application appropriate to that source.

    Project Title:

    Submitted by:

    Submitter's Email Address:

    Within which FOSD initiative(s) does this project fall?

    Provide a brief description of your project. Emphasize your objective, the scope of the project and your rationale for implementing the activities involved. Include reference to research and best practices as necessary and as space allows.

    Provide a time framework for your project. When do you plan on starting and what is the estimated duration?

    (Remember to allow the Board time to find an appropriate funding source.)

    What is the estimated cost of this project?

    Attach a budget with as much detail as possible. (PDF preferred)

    Supervisor’s Name

    Director’s Name

    Important Note: This electronic form is intended as a preliminary step in the Special Project Award application process. Applicants MUST also fill out, sign, and mail in the paper copy of this form in order to be considered.

    I understand that I must also fill out, sign, and mail in the paper copy of this form in order to be considered.

    Download the PDF of this application here.

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    IMG_2702The FOSD mission and purpose is to support the enhancement of programs and services for students at OSD beyond the State’s funding responsibility*. The FOSD Board has identified four initiatives for which awards may be granted:  education, cultural activities, innovative programs and minor capital improvement projects.

    Founded by a small group of dedicated people in 2006, FOSD was established to support the students at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD).  From that beginning, Friends of OSD has grown into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with an all-volunteer Board of Directors. In 2014, FOSD created an Advisory Council of 15 members.

    The Friends of OSD Strategic Plan provides direction as the nonprofit continues to expand. We are proud to say that 95% of all grants and donations go directly to programs that benefit students.

    *The State of Oregon is responsible for operating programs and services for the students at the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD). Federal case law establishes the expectation that special education services provided by a school be reasonably designed to ensure students make progress. Friends of OSD will not replace or supplant the responsibilities of the state.

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