Friends of Overland is a 501(c)3, parent-volunteer run organization that provides direct funding for many critical programs at Overland Elementary School.
$750,000 RAISED IN 2024-25
Ranked #1 in LAUSD
by US News &World Report
OUR FUNDRAISERS
FOO fundraises throughout the year with proceeds going directly to fund important programs at the school.
Below are the 4 key fundraising pillars that Friends of Overland uses to ensure adequate funds are raised:
FAMILY ANNUAL
DONATION
Our biggest fundraiser which asks parents to donate to the school every fall. Donation ask amounts are tied to the projected funding needed per year.
For the 2025-26 school year, our goal is to raise $550,000 to ensure uninterrupted resourcing.
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OVERLAND GALA
+ AUCTION
This is our second biggest fundraising tool held in the spring that's comprised of a wonderful evening of dinner & dancing coupled with a live & silent auction that drives significant profit for our organization.
This fundraiser raises anywhere between $125,000 - $225,000 annually.
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SOCIAL
FUNDRAISERS
From movie nights to parent cocktail hours, Lakers games and beyond, our social fundraisers are comprised of both parent-led & hosted events and group-ticketed experiences that provide fun outings while raising money.
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CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS
Friends of Overland partners with great organizations who support our school and are valued by our enthusiastic parent community.
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KEY PROGRAMS FUNDED BY FOO
FOO fundraises throughout the year with proceeds going directly to fund important programs at the school. Which programs are funded are decided in concert by OSC-SCC, the Principal, and the FOO Board. Below is a snapshot of how the money was spent in the 2024-25 school year:
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Everyone is welcome to attend FOO meetings which are usually held on the first Monday of every month. See below for currently scheduled meetings & contact us to receive location details:
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Monday, July 7th @ 8 pm (via Zoom)
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Monday, August 4th @ 7 pm (in-person)
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Monday, September 8th @ 8 pm (via Zoom)
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Monday, October 6th @ 7 pm (in-person)
Friends of Overland
Friends of Overland ("FOO") is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to fundraising and providing funding for programs at Overland Elementary School.
EIN: 95-3994813