ROISD Education Foundation

  • ROISD Education Foundation

    Education Foundation Info Card The Red Oak ISD Education Foundation believes that there is no greater investment than that of education. As the philanthropic partner to the school district, the Foundation provides ROISD students with exceptional programs that will enhance the quality of education and present them with opportunities they may not otherwise experience.

    By partnering with the Foundation, you will have the opportunity to make your presence felt in the learning experiences of our students and enrich the lives of a future generation

    How does the Foundation help ROISD?

    Because of the support from our generous donors, the ROISD Education Foundation has been able to provide over $1.4 million to Red Oak ISD.

    grant  amount
    ROISD Education Foundation Grants: $1,094,809.46
    Dual-credit scholarships: : $83,817.20
    District Initiatives:  $39,057.43
    Teacher of the month awards - Heart of a Teacher $27,980.00
    Mini-Grants for Teachers: $11,350.00
    Special Fund Request $58,000.00
    Outside Grants $240,270.00
    TOTAL Funds to ROISD: $1,555,284.09


    None of these grand achievements would be possible without the generous support of our donors. We appreciate each and every contribution, from corporate project funding and our phenomenal employee partner program to friendships with local business owners and gifts from parents. Together, we are better!

    How does the Foundation raise funds?

    • Partnership Challenge Golf Tournament
    • Designer Handbag Bingo Fundraiser -Handbags for Hawks
    • ROISD Employee Partner Program
    • Campus coin drive competition Jar Wars
    • General donations

    How can I help?

    In addition to donating financially or in-kind, there are many volunteer opportunities.

    • Board of Directors (by application)
    • Event Committees
    • Friends of the Foundation Volunteers
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  • Upcoming Calendar of Events

    Keep up with upcoming events of the ROISD Education Foundation.

    • Mar. 4  -  Handbags for Hawks
    • Apr. 24  -  STAR Banquet & Donor Reception
    • Sep. 21  -  North Texas Giving Day 2023
    • Oct. 9 -  Foundation Annual “Partnership Challenge” Golf Tournament
    • Oct. 11  -  Grant Deadline

     golf tournament date

    Handbags for Hawks is an annual event that began 5 years ago to benefit the Red Oak ISD Education Foundation.  The Red Oak ISD Education Foundation believes that there is no greater investment than that of education. As the philanthropic partner to the school district, the Foundation provides ROISD students with exceptional programs that will enhance the quality of education and present them with opportunities they may not otherwise experience.  By supporting Handbags for Hawks, you will have the opportunity to make your presence felt in the learning experiences of our students and enrich the lives of a future generation. 
    Thank you for your consideration!

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  • True-Maroon

    Celebrate the ROISD Education Foundation's 20th Anniversary by making a donation to the True Maroon Campaign! True Maroon T-shirts are available! For more information and to make a donation, please visit truemaroon2022.givesmart.com.

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  • Red Oak Education Foundation Partners (ROISD Employees ONLY)

    Become a Red Oak ISD Staff Partner today! Get a maroon Monogrammed Partner Polo to wear on Special Partner Jean Days every month for a minimum of a $5.00 monthly payroll deduction donation!

    Become a partner here!

    Education Foundation loves our Partners! Every Wednesday of the month (with the exception of the first, which is reserved for Colors For Caring dress-up days), we host a Partner Day that allows our partners to show their support and wear their Foundation Apparel!  We love seeing it across the district!

    Thanks for supporting the Red Oak Education Foundation & making a difference in the lives of our Red Oak ISD Students & Staff! 

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  • Hawk Hunt

    It’s the Red Oak ISD Education Foundation’s 20th year! To celebrate, we gave away $20,000 in two special, one-time grants! One grant went to an elementary campus, and the other was awarded to a secondary campus. Congratulations to our winners, and great job on thinking BIG!

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  • Board of Directors Application

    The Red Oak ISD Education Foundation Board of Directors is looking for qualified applicants! Director positions are open to citizens and/or business owners that want to contribute to Red Oak ISD by serving with the Red Oak Education Foundation and bringing awareness as well as resources to their purpose and mission. If you are interested in applying for future openings, please fill out the online form:

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  • Red Oak ISD Education Foundation

    P.O. Box 9000
    Red Oak, TX 75154
    Phone: 972-617-4320
    Fax: 972-617-4321
    Email: foundation@redoakisd.org

    Office Hours:
    Monday - Friday
    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    Office located at:
    205 West Ovilla Rd
    Glenn Heights, TX  75154

    (office faces Ovilla Rd – former Shields building)

    Karen Anderson
    Executive Director of Education Foundation 

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