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 $2.4 million to Red Oak ISD.
| Grant | amount |
|---|---|
| ROISD Education Foundation Grants: | $1,362,603.97 |
| Dual-credit Allocations: | $123,951.91 |
| District Initiatives: | $60,469.74 |
| Teacher of the Month and Attendance | $51,455.00 |
| Mini Teacher Grants: | $11,350.00 |
| Special Fund Request: | $58,000.00 |
| Outside Grants: | $600,533.44 |
| Operational Expense Reimburse: | $208,205.55 |
| TOTAL Funds to ROISD: | $2,476,569.61 |
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
- 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
Handbags for Hawks is an annual event that began in 2019 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.
Link for more information and to register for 2026 Handbags for Hawks: https://2026HandbagsforHawks.auctria.events
Thank you for your consideration!
2026 Partnership Challenge Golf Tournament
Oct. 5th
For more information please visit: https://2026PartnershipChallenge.auctria.events
Stay tuned for the 2026 Grants for Great Ideas details! Deadline Oct. 7, 2026!
Upcoming Calendar of Events
Keep up with upcoming events of the ROISD Education Foundation.
- April 11, 2026- Handbags for Hawks
- April 27, 2026- STAR Dinner
- September 17, 2026- North Texas Giving Day
- October 5, 2026- Annual Partnership Challenge Golf Tournament
- October 7, 2026- Grants for Great Ideas Deadline
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!
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!
2024 Education Foundation Prize Parade
Congratulations to all our Education Foundation 2024 Grant Recipients!
Watch OUR PRIZE PARADE VIDEOS Here
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:
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
