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Support the Success of
Orono Schools and Its Students
Support the Success of
Orono Schools and Its Students
Goals
Goals
At Friends of Orono Schools, we believe in the power of academic achievement, sports, and community. The Friends of Orono Schools are driven by a vision to enhance the overall Orono schools experience for every student. We aim to foster a sense of pride, unity, and excellence by providing support to various extracurricular school programs, such as athletics, chess team, math team, youth in government, science fairs, robotics, and other school needs. Orono Schools has a separate arts foundation for those programs.
Support Athletic and Academic Team Excellence: Foster a culture of success and achievement in our athletic and academic team programs by providing financial support for equipment, training, and facilities.
Enhance School Spirit: Create a vibrant and spirited community that rallies behind our teams and celebrates the diverse talents of our students.
Promote Inclusivity: Ensure that every student has the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities by minimizing financial barriers.
Invest in Future Leaders: Develop leadership skills, discipline, and teamwork by supporting programs that go beyond the classroom, such as sports, and academic competitions.
Honor the Legacy and Build for Tomorrow: Orono schools have provided an amazing educational and growing experience for generations. In an ever changing world, Friends celebrates the history and ensures a bright future for the institution.
2024 Friends of Orono Schools Goal:
Light Up Our Soccer and Nordic Ski Field
Create a Long Term Asset For All Ages in Orono
Help Us Bring Late Afternoon & Night Practices & Games to Life
Friends of Orono Schools are thrilled to announce an exciting initiative to enhance our soccer and nordic ski program, and bring more excitement and engagement to all ages of our community with this long term asset. We are launching a fundraising campaign to purchase lights for our soccer and nordic ski field, enabling us to practice regardless of daylight in the late afternoon, host thrilling night games, host youth learn to nordic ski programs, and share the joy of outdoor recreation after the sun sets early in Orono - while creating unforgettable experiences for our players, families, and fans. Without these lights, games are being scheduled before families are out of work, practices and games get cut short due to lack of daylight, likelihood of injury increases in the dark, and night skiing (4 pm on) is limited for community members and youth.
Why Later Practices & Games?
Why Later Practices & Games?
In Orono, it gets dark in the late afternoon. This limits the time available in the late fall and winter for activity. Practice time, in safely lighted conditions is critical for the Orono sports team’s success. Games are a culmination of hard work
and a chance to showcase skills to families, community members, and fans. Night practices and games add a new level of intensity and passion to soccer and nordic skiing, and provide a chance for all community members to access nighttime nordic skiing. This lighted, groomed field is a unique asset throughout our region for night nordic skiing. A lighted community soccer and nordic facility creates a vibrant atmosphere that unites the community, fosters school spirit, and provides an unforgettable experience for current and future players. Help us light up the field and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Why not use the lighted football/track facility? RSU26 has determined that for the safety of athletes and community members, and the long term integrity of those facilities, the use of the football/track facility for night soccer and nordic practices/games are not compatible.
Our 2024 Lights Goal - Total Project Estimate is $142,000. RSU26 is contributing $50,000. The community fundraising goal is $95,000. As of 5/11/2024 we have raised $113,000 in school and community giving.
Our 2024 Lights Goal - Total Project Estimate is $142,000. RSU26 is contributing $50,000. The community fundraising goal is $95,000. As of 5/11/2024 we have raised $113,000 in school and community giving.
With your support, we can make our soccer and Nordic field come alive at night, and provide an incredible experience for our athletes, families, community members, and fans. Let's come together to illuminate this unique regional asset, and create lasting memories for generations to come! Thank you for your support. Donate and get involved here.
Get Involved and Donate
A donation of any amount makes a powerful impact - from $5 to $100 even $10,000. Donations directly contribute to the success of our vision with all funds going directly to support various programs, scholarships, and facility enhancements. You can become an annual member of the Friends of Orono Schools with a donation of $100 or more. Each year, renewing members get one free Orono Schools promotional item if desired - a hat, t-shirt, pen, mug, etc.
Local businesses can make a lasting impact by becoming sponsors. In return, we offer advertising opportunities, visibility at events, and the chance to align your brand with a commitment to education, youth success, and community.
Attend Friends Events & Purchase Gear
Attend Friends Events & Purchase Gear
Join us for exciting events throughout the year, including fundraisers, social gatherings, and sporting events and academic showcase nights. Your participation not only supports the school, but also helps build a strong, connected community.
Donate to Specific Programs - Target your Contribution
Donate to Specific Programs - Target your Contribution
Choose to direct your donation towards a specific program that resonates with you. Whether it's supporting a particular sports team, academic competitions, or facilities, your contribution makes a targeted impact.
Volunteer Your Time and Skills
Volunteer Your Time and Skills
Your time and expertise are invaluable. Volunteer to help organize events and fundraisers, provide concession food, work in a concession stand, proctor competitions, or share your skills to contribute to the success of our programs. A few hours a year has an impact! Email to get involved or visit OHS Boosters on Facebook for concessions sign up.
Spread the Word About Friends of Orono Schools
Spread the Word About Friends of Orono Schools
Help us reach a broader audience of Orono Schools alumni, parents, former staff, or community members by sharing our campaign on social media, through email, and by word of mouth. The more people who know about our vision, the closer we get to achieving our goal.
Donations can be made with a credit card on Paypal, Venmo @orono-boosters, on GoFundMe, in person at the OHS concessions booth,
or by check for tax deductible donations to:
Friends of Orono Schools, 10 Goodridge Drive, Orono, ME 04473
Friends of Orono Schools is an IRS 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible.
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