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COMMUNITY GIVING FAMILY GIVING BUSINESS GIVING CORPORATE MATCHING STOCK DONATION CORPORATE MATCH WITH DOUBLE THE DONATION Enter your employer information in the form on the right and find out if your employer will offer matchings funds based on your donation. Please direct your donations towards Orinda Network for Education (Tax ID #94-2623617) and be sure to indicate which school(s) your student(s) attends. NOTE: Please do not submit your matching gift as anonymous. It prevents us from identifying your gift and allocating it to the correct school. For information about other ways to give, visit the Family Giving , Community Giving , or Business Giving pages.

The goal of ONE Orinda is to bring more resources to support Orinda schools by consolidating and streamlining fundraising under a new foundation.  what we do how funding works why fundraising is essential one dollars at work what we do ONE bridges the gap between what the public funding covers and what our students truly need. In partnership with Parents’ Clubs and the broader Orinda community, including school families, alumni, and local businesses, ONE raises the funds that sustain the programs and staff essential to an exceptional education. From smaller class sizes to STEAM and technology, wellness centers, electives, and expanded high school offerings, ONE’s grants directly fund what sets Orinda’s schools apart. join us WHY FUNDRAISING IS ESSENTIAL WHY FUNDRAISING IS essential Excellence in Orinda’s public schools isn’t guaranteed - it’s funded. California ranks near the bottom nationally in per-student public education funding. Orinda receives among the least in the state. As costs rise and state support lags, a growing shortfall threatens the quality of education in our schools. That’s why ONE exists: to bridge the gap. Each year, we work with our school districts to identify exactly what’s at risk. ONE’s grants, built directly into district budgets, fund teachers, academic counselors, electives, supplies, and services that would otherwise be reduced or eliminated. For the 2026-27 school year, ONE must raise $5.8 million to meet the needs of all six Orinda public schools. Our schools are a cornerstone of Orinda’s identity. Preserving that excellence depends on all of us. how funding works Public education in Orinda is funded through a combination of state dollars, local parcel taxes, bond measures, and community fundraising - each with a distinct and limited role. STATE FUNDING California provides only a portion of basic education costs, and Orinda receives some of the lowest funding in the state. PARCEL TAXES Approved by Orinda voters, parcel taxes help fund teacher salaries. These dollars are vital but restricted. BOND MEASURES Bond funds are designated for facility upgrades and maintenance. They cannot be used for programs, personnel, or classroom resources. ONE FUNDRAISING ONE raises private dollars from school families, community members, and local businesses to fund the people and programs that public dollars don’t cover. This support isn’t supplemental, it’s essential to delivering the well-rounded, high-quality education Orinda schools are known for. "It takes an entire community to educate our students, and Orinda exemplifies that model. Our schools and our students benefit from the tremendous generosity of our highly engaged community to ensure that we offer education at the highest level. OUSD is grateful for the incredible partnership with ONE and the Orinda community.” -- Aida Glimme, Superintendent Orinda Union School District ONE Dollars At Work Orinda’s excellence is powered by community giving. ONE dollars fund the people, programs, and opportunities that transform classrooms, spark curiosity, and support every student, TK - 12. ONE DOLLARS AT WORK Elementary Schools DEL REY, GLORIETTA, SLEEPY HOLLOW, WAGNER RANCH ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & INSTRUCTION Funded TK-3 class size reduction for more individualized instruction Provided instructional aides all grade levels Delivered art, music, and PE instruction at every school Supported librarians and Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) roles STUDENT ACADEMIC SUPPORT Supplied classroom and library books, art materials, and hands-on learning tools Funded classroom and schoolwide supplies Supported enrichment events, including STEAM Expo, Maker Faire, Science Fair, and Math Night Provided recess enrichment materials to promote creativity and movement TEACHER & STAFF SUPPORT Funded professional development opportunities for staff STUDENT WELLNESS & BELONGING Maintained Wellness Center and counselor access at every school Supported programs promoting inclusion, emotional well-being, and student connection “The experiences offered through our STEAM Lab allows our students to stretch their thinking as well as provide them with an opportunity to collaborate with others on a task that may or may not prove successful, which gives students a chance to practice perseverance, patience, and flexibility. Students often choose to enter the STEAM Lab during recess, working on a variety of intriguing projects. Opening the STEAM Lab has changed the landscape at Sleepy Hollow as we find ourselves looking forward to going to the lab, enjoying the experience once we are in the lab, and referencing our learning after we have left the lab. It serves as an integral part of our campus for everyone from TK all the way to fifth grade. The 4 C's: Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, and Creativity are put into practice in the STEAM Lab every day.” -- Patsy Templeton, Sleepy Hollow Principal Orinda Intermediate School (OIS) ACADEMIC PROGRAMS & INSTRUCTION Funded 27 courses, including Foreign Languages, Music, Art, Drama, Public Speaking & Debate, Ceramics, Chorus, KOIS Video Production, Leadership, Maker Space & Woodwork, Robotics, and Yearbook Maintained full 1:1 technology access Funded a librarian to support literacy, research skills, and academic enrichment Provided math and STEAM instructional coaching Supplied core academic materials for all subjects STUDENT ACADEMIC SUPPORT Funded technology upgrades and academic software Supported professional development to enhance instruction STUDENT ACTIVITIES & ENRICHMENT Supported Lunchtime Clubs and Sports, including Page-Turners Reading Club, Pickleball, Basketball, Knitting & Embroidery, Green Team, Creative Arts Club, and Mouse Squad (Computer Club) Funded student-led programs such as WEB (Where Everybody Belongs) ACADEMIC COUNSELING Funded counselors who guide students in class planning and elective selection throughout middle school At Miramonte, our course offerings provide students with much more than academic instruction. They create meaningful opportunities for exploration, critical thinking, and personal growth. Through these experiences, students develop the confidence, resilience, and empathy they need to succeed not only in school but in life beyond our walls. – Ben Campopiano, Miramonte Principal Miramonte High School ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Fund 8% of all Miramonte classes, which allows for more class choice and smaller class sizes for all students Provide classroom supplies across all subjects Supported schoolwide academic programs such as The Mirador, Public Speaking, Model UN, and Mock Trial TEACHER STAFF & SUPPORT Funded professional development, classroom materials, and staff and teacher appreciation STUDENT ACTIVITIES & CAMPUS CULTURE Supported leadership programs and community-building events, including Mats Day, Link Crew, and Graduation Week Events Funded student clubs and field trips STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS Expanded college & career services with dedicated staff and resources Maintained a fully staffed Wellness Center Peer Tutoring Program TECHNOLOGY & FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS Invested in classroom technology and staff devices ONE is proud to work in partnership with our Parents' Clubs and school districts in support of Orinda schools, teachers, and students.

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The goal of ONE Orinda is to bring more resources to support Orinda schools by consolidating and streamlining fundraising under a new foundation.  contact Orinda Network for Education (ONE) 21 ‘C’ Orinda Way, #123 Orinda, CA 94563 Voice and Text: (925) 322-0336 hello@oneorinda.org Alicia Keenan & Stephanie Wraight, Co-Presidents • president@oneorinda.org Emily Allen, Executive Director • executivedirector@oneorinda.org Jenny Day, Treasurer • treasurer@oneorinda.org Cherie Yueh, Finance Officer • financeofficer@oneorinda.org Janey McWhorter, Development & MHS Alumni Association • matsnation@oneorinda.org Gabrielle Anthony, Donor Database & Stewardship Manager • administrator@oneorinda.org Tax ID# 94-2623617 JOIN THE MAILING LIST

Orinda Network for Education (ONE) is an educational foundation that unites Orinda's stakeholders to preserve and enhance our signature educational programs and provides for exceptional teachers and staff, promoting continued academic excellence for every student in Orinda's public schools. Preserving the tradition of excellence in Orinda schools DONATE NOW Orinda Network for Education (ONE) is an educational foundation that unites Orinda's stakeholders to preserve and enhance our signature educational programs and provides for exceptional teachers and staff, promoting continued academic excellence for every student in Orinda's public schools. The funding gap between California state school funding and the actual cost to provide and preserve exceptional education continues to grow on an annual basis. ONE maximizes fundraising efforts and ensures the effective, efficient, and equitable use of resources to enhance a high quality educational experience for Orinda students, teachers, and staff. Your ONE Donations Fund: Teachers on Special Assignment Class Size Reduction Steam Labs Art Music Libraries and Staff Technology Teachers’ Aides Middle School Electives Guidance & Wellness College & Career PE & Recess

FAMILY GIVING donate stock EMPLOYEE GIVING Donate by Mail Donor Advised Funds donate online to one-WAGNER RANCH Thank you for supporting Wagner Ranch! Your generous donation today makes a lasting difference in the lives of our students. For the 2026-2027 school year, our suggested per-student Ask is $2,200, with an optional Circle Up gift of $300. This year's Ask has been increased to align with the other Orinda elementary schools, keep pace with rising costs, and help bridge the gap between the actual cost of providing an exceptional educational experience and what state funding provides. Your donations support the staff, programs, and resources our students rely on every day, including instructional aides, smaller class sizes, the Innovation Lab, classroom supplies and books, technology, library services, and other resources. Every donation helps make a difference. Your donation—at any level—helps us reach our goal of 100% family participation. It’s about coming together as a community to support our kids! Thank you for contributing in a way that works for your family. Your support truly matters. Please use the form below to donate online today. Refer to the table on the left for suggested Sponsor Levels Per Student, and select your desired donation amount in the form on the right. Select either "Give Today" to pay the full amount at once or "Give in Installments" to make your donation in monthly or quarterly payments. Please be sure to indicate the frequency of your gift and how many payments you wish to make.* To promise your donation now and follow up with a non-electronic payment later, select "Check/DAF/Pledge" as your payment method. *Administrators may need to edit your installment payment amount to ensure completion within the current academic year. You may be able to Double your Donation or more with a corporate match! Check directly with your employer or click here to see if you qualify and learn how to submit. When requesting a corporate match, select Orinda Network for Education (Tax ID #94-2623617) as your designated charity, and indicate your school name as the “project" or in your donation comments. Be sure to include your name with your match, as anonymous match requests are difficult to trace back to you and your school. Questions? Please contact Emily Carman-Benner or Adina Macinca, Co-VPs of Fundraising, Wagner Ranch Parents Club at fundraising@wagnerranch.org . The Wagner Ranch Parents Club and Orinda Network for Education (ONE) appreciate your support of our students. WR Form Sponsor Levels Per Student Click here to return to the top of the form and view your on-screen confirmation

The goal of ONE Orinda is to bring more resources to support Orinda schools by consolidating and streamlining fundraising under a new foundation.  business supporters business partners community donors school families Annual Impact Report miramonte alumni Business & Realtor Partners Orinda is among the most desirable places to live, work, and learn. When businesses invest in our schools through ONE’s Business & Realtor Partner Program, the impact is felt throughout the entire community. Please join us in thanking these businesses for their investment in our schools. Supporters PLATINUM GOLD silver bronze Jessica DiBiase Fitness Lamorinda Orthodontics reCHIC Wine Studio Orinda

FAMILY GIVING donate stock EMPLOYEE GIVING Donate by Mail Donor Advised Funds Donate online to ONE-OIS Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! Orinda Intermediate School has a history of excellence in education, and your donations directly fund the 27 courses and numerous programs benefiting all OIS students. Orinda Union School District (OUSD) is one of the lowest-funded school districts in the state. To bridge the gap between what the state provides and what our school needs to maintain its current level of programming, we need to raise $1,042,000. This budget is created in collaboration with our OIS principal, Andrea Powers, OIS Parents’ Club, and OIS teachers. It reflects what OIS needs to maintain core programs, including electives such as foreign languages, computer programming, art, drama, debate, woodshop, band, and chorus. Donations also support lunchtime clubs, sports, the OIS library and librarian, wellness counselors, classroom technology, and Bulldog Theater. To reach our goal of $1,042,000 for this academic year and maintain our programming, we are asking you to make a donation of $2,200 per student this school year. Our goal is 100% participation from OIS families. Please consider leveling up your donation to the Bulldog Boost level or more. We appreciate your contribution at whatever level feels right for your family. Every donation amount helps. Select either "Give Today" to pay the full amount at once or "Give in Installments" to make your donation in monthly or quarterly payments. Please be sure to indicate the frequency of your gift and how many payments you wish to make.* To promise your donation now and follow up with a non-electronic payment later, select "Check/DAF/Pledge" as your payment method. *Administrators may need to edit your installment payment amount to ensure completion within the current academic year. You may be able to Double your Donation or more with a corporate match! Check directly with your employer or click here to see if you qualify and learn how to submit. When requesting a corporate match, select Orinda Network for Education (Tax ID #94-2623617) as your designated charity, and indicate your school name as the “project" or in your donation comments. Be sure to include your name with your match, as anonymous match requests are difficult to trace back to you and your school. If you have questions about ONE-OIS fundraising, please contact Jin Sun Park or Holly Burns, Co-Chairs ONE-OIS Fundraising, at oneoisfundraising@gmail.com . The OIS Parents’ Club and the Orinda Network for Education (ONE) appreciate your support of OIS. Thank you! OIS Form Sponsor Levels Per Student Click here to return to the top of the form and view your on-screen confirmation

The goal of ONE Orinda is to bring more resources to support Orinda schools by consolidating and streamlining fundraising under a new foundation.  Documents FAQ JOIN OUR TEAM mission statement board of directors who we are staff our partners Investment Committee non-descrinimation policy JOIN OUR TEAM job opportunities Communications & Operations Assistant We’re seeking a detail-oriented Communications & Operations Assistant to support marketing communications, donor and financial transaction processing, and core operational systems for ONE and MatsNation. This role focuses on executing scheduled communications, managing key administrative workflows, and coordinating vendors, tools, and event support to keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. Download the full job description mission statement