For those of us engaged in school foundation work, May rivals December as the busiest month of the year. End of the year revelry is just around the corner. Districts are preparing to celebrate students and teachers for the hard work they have done this year. How are you preparing to celebrate the good work of your foundation? It often feels like the work of a school foundation is never done. There are always new fundraising benchmarks to hit, donations to secure, projects to fund, and board members to recruit and engage. I hope you take some time this May to find ways to recognize and celebrate the success of your foundation over the past year! Here are links to a few blog posts to get you thinking about ways to celebrate the members of your organization and your great work:

Meaningful Acts of Appreciation
Thank You Board Members!

How to Show Appreciation for Your Nonprofit Board

As we move into Oklahoma Spring weather season, student safety and response to possible emergency situations come to the forefront of school safety discussions. The Consortium of Florida Education Foundations recently released an informative article on the role of Local Foundations in responding to emergencies that impact students. Click below to read their excellent analysis.

Did you know your free membership to Oklahoma School Foundations Network gives you access to the National School Foundation Association resources for half price, on a sliding scale based on your foundation size? The NSFA website has a wealth of resources including free member webinars, sample documents, and discounted board member training program access. Contact Katy Leffel to sign your foundation up for national membership.