Friends of OSD - FOSD

Enhancing the educational experience for OSD students.

You are here: Home / Archives for Past Events

Boon’s Fun-Raiser 2016

By

Thanks to all of the people who came to our fundraiser at Boon’s! We loved seeing everyone, eating good food and raising money for innovative projects at Oregon School for the Deaf! We really appreciate your support!DSC09849DSC09866DSC09860DSC09855

Advisory Council Meeting, 2016

By

Once again, we had a wonderful Advisory Council luncheon meeting and catchup.  Sharla updated us on the accomplishments of OSD students; very impressive.  We heard from teachers who have received FOSD grants and solicited ideas for the future.  Thank you to everyone who came.DSC03708 DSC03727 DSC03732 DSC03758

Our Mission

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.

Donate to FOSD

Learn More about Donations