If you’re a golfer, save this date – Friday, June 21, 8:30 am, and join us at Columbia Point Golf Course.  The Richland Education Foundation will hold its annual Scholar Scramble Golf Tournament.  Over 95% of funds raised will support grants for innovative educational programs in math, science, technology, reading and other educational projects and college scholarships for our graduating seniors.  Since 1994, the Foundation has given over $220,000 in grants to support District teachers and students and we are in our 6th year of giving college scholarships to graduating seniors!  You can get the flier via the link below or contact Denise Hohimer at: REFfoundation@gmail.com. ; We hope to see you on the 21st!

• REF Golf Entry 2013

If you or your business would like to support the Richland Education Foundation with a Scramble sponsorship, we have many opportunities for you!  There are various Hole and Team sponsorships to fit any budget and get your business name out for everyone to see.  Click on the link above for a copy of the flier with the sponsorship levels, or make a cash donation by mailing funds to P.O. Box 1759, Richland, Washington 99352 or be clicking on the PayPal donate button below. 

Since 1993, the Richland Education Foundation has been helping bridge the gap between available public funding and the increased need for innovative educational programs. Thanks to the contributions of many community businesses and individuals, we are able to continue to make a significant educational impact and provide opportunities for personal growth for the students of the Richland School District. Over 95% of the funds raised go directly to funding the educational grants we award to the educators within the school district.

Richland Education Foundation
P O Box 1759
Richland, WA 99352

Phone - (509) 967-5185

Email - REFfoundation@gmail.com

• Foundation helps fund innovative programs (news article)

Realizing that state education funds are barely covering the essential materials, the Richland Education Foundation has been lending a hand. Through grants from the Foundation, teachers, schools and other district representatives receive funding to create new, innovative ways to motivate students. Each year, the number of grant requests increase. Since 1993-94, our program has channeled over $210,000 in grants to support Richland schools.

The Richland Education Foundation is more ambitious for its future. To continue to make contributions to improved educational opportunities for years to come, the Foundation must have an adequate financial base.

To safely give a tax detuctable donation, click on the PayPal Donate button below, or mail your donation to P.O. Box 1759, Richland, WA  99352.

Your donations are appreciated!

The Richland Education Foundation's mission is: to improve the overall quality of education and the learning environment through enhanced community financial support for public education. The Foundation has four goals:

1. To serve as one vehicle for the positive development of students.
2. To facilitate efforts to better access support from the community and other private sources.
3. To advance educational endeavors of the School District through donations to supplement the district's revenues.
4. To build confidence in public education.

The Richland Education Foundation would like to congratulate the following 2012-2013 Grant Recipients:

Doug Kaplicky, Lewis and Clark Elementary:  $798.40 for a secure Laptop Mobile Storage Cabinet. and $2,600.98 for six Portable Equipment Carts (one per grade).

Renae Yecha, Chief Joe Middle School:  $902.41 for two iPad Minis, Stands and Big Grip Cases for the Special Education Program.

Denise Poston, Jason Lee Elementary:  $411.63 for a Camtasia studio and Wireless Microphone to be used with the Smartboard Technology to create Podcasts.

Jennifer Potts, Special Programs:  $1,178.82 for Handwriting Intervention Kits and Supplies to help improve fine motor skills.

Cindy Galvin, Tapteal Elementary:  $1,059.89 for 68 Macmillan Dictionaries for Children to be used between 4 classrooms.

Kelley Muntean, Hanford High School:  $3,090.00 for 10 iPad minis to be used in the art classes.

Mary Moore, Lewis and Clark Elementary:  $1,418.69 for a Smart Response XE System for the 3rd grade.

The Richland Education Foundation (REF) is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the learning environment of the students within the Richland School District.  To date, the REF has funded over $220,000 in educational grants.  If you would like to donate or wish to support the REF, contact Denise Hohimer at REFfoundation@gmail.com or donate through PayPal by clicking on the Donate Button above.   

Lauren Joseph

Eugene (Trey) Scott

Susan Bengtson

The Richland Education Foundation would like to congratulate the following Richland School District Students for being selected to receive one of the $1000 college scholarships managed by the Foundation.

Lauren Joseph: George and Esther Alkire Math and Science Memorial Scholarship

Eugene (Trey) Scott:  Elsie Fleming Memorial Scholarship

Susan Bengtson:  Dr. Richard Semler Superintendent's Scholarship

These students were chosen from many qualified applicants and demonstrated great dedication and leadership in their education, extracurricular activities, and planning for their future. We wish them the best of luck with their continued education, future careers and life goals.