FOO, established in 1985, is a California registered nonprofit organization charged with raising much needed funds to pay for programs that have been cut by public sources.  Donations are tax-deductible and every parent has automatic membership in FOO by having a child attend Overland.

FOO has an all volunteer Board of Directors that plans and manages the annual fundraising at our school. These efforts, however, are only as successful as the support from our entire parent community.  Our school relies heavily on generous donations from parents, local businesses, corporations and foundations.  The funds raised by FOO go directly to support enrichment of classroom instruction and activities that help make Overland such a unique public school including:  

• Art, Drama and Music programs;
• Science and Computer Lab staff and materials;
• Library staff and resources;
• Field trips and classroom supplies;
• Class size reduction teachers;
• Landscaping and building improvements; and
• Teachers’ Aides at all grade levels.