EDUCATION FOUNDATION RELEASES 2023 ANNUAL REPORT HIGHLIGHTING IMPACT IN COMMUNITY

September 2024 - For over 35 years the Bend La-Pine Education Foundation (BLPEF) has been enriching
education in our community. Through the generosity of community-based and philanthropic fundraising, the
Foundation invested over $196,000 into schools and students in the Bend La-Pine School District. Some
highlights of the 2023-24 academic year:
● Awarded 279 Activity Fee Scholarships for middle and high school students to participate in OSAA
sanctioned sports and activities, thanks in part to Mt. Bachelor’s Ski for Schools program.
● Raised over $50,000 at our 17th annual Trivia NIght event in partnership with Silver Moon Brewing.
● Awarded Classroom Grants in both fall and spring to 105 innovative STEM, Art, Music and Wellness
programs at local schools.
● Received a generous endowment to re-envision the Perseverance Scholarship Program and awarded
eleven (11) students with a life changing opportunity to pursue higher education.
● Updated our logo and website to reflect the mission, vision and values of the Foundation.
“The foundation, originally born out of need, continues to be a vital support for our students, education and
schools. None of this would be possible without the continued generosity of our local community members,
our volunteer Board of Directors, business leaders, foundation partners and individual donors and champions
of public education,” said Michele Emery, BLPDF Board President.
For more details on the 2023-24 annual report, please visit our website
(https://www.blpedfoundation.org/annual-reports).

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