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Ensuring more teachers, classes and experiences for all Lake Oswego students. With your help we can make a difference. Learn more and get involved.

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LOSD Budget Shortfall for the 2025-26 School Year

LOSD is facing a budget shortfall and we encourage you to take action. The Lake Oswego Schools Foundation is the only fundraising organization that goes to teaching positions. If every family gave just $240, we could save about 10 more teaching positions. And if every family gave $500, we could save about 20 more teaching positions and so on. All donations go directly to teaching positions and are 100% tax deductible. Learn more about LOSD's budget challenges HERE.

Our community has always been a cornerstone of strength in challenging times, and your support makes a difference.

  • $12M Budget Shortfall: Lake Oswego Schools face a significant state funding gap.

  • Protect Teaching Positions: Donations to the Lake Oswego Schools Foundation help retain more teachers.

  • 100% for Teachers: Every dollar donated to the Foundation goes directly to funding teaching positions.

  • Urgency: Donations today will fund staffing next year.

  • Strong Schools = Strong Community: Encourage family, friends, and neighbors to donate; it’s All Hands on Deck!

Here are some ways you can help:


Coach Cho - Basketball Foundation Fundraiser Clinic

Join Coach Cho and staff for two clinics offered for 1st through 5th grades to support teachers and schools. All proceeds will benefit the Lake Oswego Schools Foundation whose mission is to fund teaching positions in the Lake Oswego School District.

Two locations: 

  • Forest Hills on March 10

  • River Grove on March 17

  • Sign Up: HERE

A BIG Thank You to Coach Cho and Staff, as well as all attendees, for supporting the Foundation!


Our Mission: We fund teaching positions.

All Gifts Help Support Our Schools!

Your contributions go a long way. Foundation support is a big reason why Lake Oswego schools have consistently ranked number one in the state, and among the top in the nation. With your gifts the Foundation provides to each and every student in the Lake Oswego School District:

  • More teachers and educational experience than what state and local taxes can provide
  • Teachers for music, reading, art, science and technology
  • Music instruction for every elementary student K-5
  • Additional reading support for students with greater needs in K-2
  • Greater exposure in in grades 6-12 to electives such as Robotics, Architecture, Oceanography, Performing Arts, to name just a few!

We need your support to continue to provide our kids the incredible education Lake Oswego offers. Please consider a gift or pledge your support today. Thank you!


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Our Impact This Year

  • People Helped

    6,815

  • Volunteer Hours

    750

  • Dollars Raised

    $1,500,000

Fall into Volunteering this Autumn

Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer and the beginning of sweaters, pumpkin patches, and caramel apples. With the weather cooling down, many want to spend their free time curled up at home. However, there are plenty of ways to help your community this time of year. Autumn’s beautiful weather and fun holidays make it easy to find volunteering opportunities in your area. We’ve come up with a few ideas to get you started.

 

Organize a neighborhood park clean-up.

Before the leaves begin to fall, round up your neighbors for a pick-up of your local park. It’s important to clear the area of garbage before it gets covered in leaves, and eventually snow. Otherwise, come spring time, you’ll be left with a soggy mess once the snow and ice melt. Pick a nice day, grab some bags and gloves, and you’ll have your park looking better in no time.

 

Rake leaves for someone in need.

Do you have a neighbor or loved one who could use an extra hand? Maybe they are a senior citizen or they have young children. Consider offering to rake their leaves for them. Not only will you be doing someone a favor, but you’ll also be spending time in the crisp weather. Raking is also a good form of exercise, which is an added bonus to your good deed!

 

Make blankets for a homeless shelter.

The weather is cooling down, so people will be looking for ways to keep warm. You can help residents of homeless shelters do so by making and donating blankets. Fleece tie blankets are super simple to make; you can find tutorials with just a quick internet search. Consider hosting a blanket-making party with your friends and family. It’s a great way to bond with your loved ones and do something good for others.

 

Take underprivileged kids trick-or-treating.

Many children’s homes seek volunteers each year to take children trick-or-treating. They often support many kids, so it’s difficult to take them all out at one time. You could be of great help to them by making sure the kids have a safe and fun Halloween evening. Plus, it’s always fun to see Halloween through the eyes of a child.

 

Set up a drive for your local food bank.

Every year, there are families who can’t afford Thanksgiving dinner. You can help them by organizing a food drive with your school, faith-based organization or family and friends. By collecting and donating canned goods and non-perishables, you’ll assist your local food pantry providing families with the holiday meal they deserve. You can even volunteer to help serve it!

The fall is a great time to volunteer and do some good in your community. You can do it solo or with a group. At the end of the day, you’ll feel better knowing you gave back. Then you can relax with a cup of cider and a slice of pie.
 

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    Maxine Walkenhorst, Lake Oswego

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