Orinda’s public schools are one of the community’s most important shared assets. Nearly every child in Orinda attends a local public school, and families choose this community for the quality of education these schools provide. That excellence is not fully funded by public dollars. For decades, philanthropy has played a critical role in sustaining the programs and support that define an Orinda education. The ONE Legacy Fund was created to strengthen that support for the long term. DONATE ONLINE donate by check Donor Advised Funds donate stock employer matching donations Planned Giving donate a vehicle Volunteer the one legacy fund A LONG-TERM INVESTMENT IN ORINDA'S PUBLIC SCHOOLS Orinda’s public schools are one of the community’s most important shared assets. Nearly every child in Orinda attends a local public school, and families choose this community for the quality of education these schools provide. That excellence is not fully funded by public dollars. For decades, philanthropy has played a critical role in sustaining the programs and support that define an Orinda education. The ONE Legacy Fund was created to strengthen that support for the long term. online gifts WHY THE ONE LEGACY FUND - AND WHY NOW Orinda schools receive among the lowest per-student funding in California. State and federal funding have not kept pace with rising costs or evolving student needs. At the same time, annual fundraising faces increasing pressure while program and staffing costs continue to rise. Without a long-term funding source, schools remain heavily dependent on annual giving. The ONE Legacy Fund provides sustained investment income, helping stabilize funding over time and easing pressure on annual fundraising. WHAT THE ONE LEGACY FUND SUPPORTS Earnings from the ONE Legacy Fund strengthen the long-term stability of Orinda’s public schools and protect the elements that define a high-quality education. ONE Legacy Fund helps to: Protect Core Programs: Stabilize essential programs, staffing, and student support, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty or shifts in public funding. Support Future Needs and Innovation: Provide flexibility to respond to evolving priorities and invest in new opportunities over time. Strengthen Long-Term Financial Sustainability: Reduce reliance on annual fundraising and create a secure financial foundation for all six schools. Maintain Flexibility: Apply investment income where it’s most needed most as priorities evolve. Donate by Mail HOW THE ONE LEGACY FUND WORKS The ONE Legacy Fund is structured as a fund functioning as an endowment (FFE). Contributions are invested for long-term growth, while maintaining flexibility to respond to the districts’ changing needs. Oversight is provided by ONE’s Legacy Fund Committee, Investment Committee, and Board of Directors. Policies are reviewed annually, and investment income is allocated in alignment with ONE’s mission and priorities. donor advised fund WAYS TO ENGAGE ONE Legacy Fund commitments can be structured to fit individual philanthropic goals, including outright gifts, multi-year pledges, gifts of appreciated assets, and estate gifts. Many donors choose to support both the annual ONE Ask and the ONE Legacy Fund, sustaining today’s programs while investing in the future. LET’S CONTINUE THE CONVERSATION The ONE Legacy Fund represents a commitment to future generations of Orinda students and the enduring strength of our public schools. To discuss a Legacy Fund gift, please contact Emily Allen, ONE Executive Director, at ONELegacyFund@oneorinda.org . ONE Legacy fund FAQs FAQs Frequently asked questions What is the purpose of the Legacy Fund? ONE’s mission is to protect the quality of public education in Orinda and ensure students have the teachers, programs, and opportunities that help them thrive. The ONE Legacy Fund is the next step in that promise, designed to generate stable, predictable revenue year after year. It strengthens the foundation built through annual giving and helps shield our schools from the volatility of public funding. How is a donation to the Legacy Fund different from a regular donation? Annual ONE-Ask donations support immediate needs for the current school year. Legacy Fund gifts are invested for long-term growth and follow a different strategy designed to generate sustained earnings over time. Is there a difference between investing in the Legacy Fund and giving to the ONE annual fund, also known as the ONE Ask? Yes. ONE Ask gifts are directed to the current year’s grants to the districts. Legacy Fund gifts are invested and used to support long-term goals and financial strength. How will my gift be invested? Gifts are invested at the direction of ONE’s Investment Committee according to ONE’s Investment Framework. Can I make a gift over time or through planned giving? Yes. Multi-year and planned gifts are welcome. How will I know the impact of my gift? Impact is reported in ONE’s Annual Report. Who oversees the Legacy Fund? The ONE Legacy Fund Committee, the ONE Investment Committee, and the ONE Board share oversight responsibilities. How much of the Legacy Fund’s earnings will be spent each year? The primary priority for Legacy Fund investment earnings will be to grow the Legacy Fund. Yet, distributions may be needed for policy and organizational needs identified by the ONE Board of Directors. Distributions are approved by the ONE Board of Directors and will never exceed the total investment earnings of the fiscal year, thus leaving the Legacy Fund’s corpus intact. What happens if the market value of the Legacy Fund drops? While investment markets do have fluctuations that can lead to short-term losses, the ONE Investment Framework is designed to safeguard principal and follows a conservative approach targeting steady long-term growth and moderate returns. Can I restrict my Legacy Fund gift for a specific purpose? Yes, restrictions can be discussed. ONE does not make curriculum and staffing decisions at either school district, so certain designations may fall outside our scope. Who decides how Legacy Fund returns are spent? As outlined in ONE Board policies, the ONE Board votes annually on the distribution of investment income. Policies are reviewed each year. How often is the Legacy Fund’s investment strategy reviewed? The Legacy Fund Committee meets regularly. The Legacy Fund policy is reviewed annually, and the Investment Framework is reviewed quarterly. Can I leave a gift to the Legacy Fund in my estate? Yes. Estate gifts are welcomed and can be structured in several ways. How does the Legacy Fund fit into ONE’s overall financial strategy? Legacy Fund income strengthens ONE’s long-term financial position. PC Reserve investment income supports a portion of the operating budget. As Parents’ Clubs continue investing their reserves in campus improvements, the Legacy Fund provides enduring stability and investment capacity for the community. How are the Parents’ Club (PC) reserves structured with ONE? PC reserves belong to each school’s Parents’ Club. Their boards determine how those funds are used. ONE manages the pooled investments under the operating agreement with all six PCs. The investment income generated from this pool is owned by ONE and has helped grow the Legacy Fund from $1.2M in 2020 to $2M in 2025. Who owns the PC reserves? Each Parents’ Club retains ownership of its reserves and decides how to use them. Many boards direct reserve funds to facility improvements such as playgrounds, gardens, and library upgrades. How is the Legacy Fund different from the reserve fund? Reserve funds are owned and controlled by each school’s Parents’ Club. ONE manages the investments, but the reserves themselves belong to the PCs. The Legacy Fund is governed by ONE’s Board of Directors. donate a vehicle

SUPPORT ORINDA SCHOOLS THROUGH THE MARKET PARTNER PROGRAM Business giving PROGRAM BENEFITS CURRENT PARTNERS DONATE NOW MARKET PARTNER PROGRAM Support Local Schools. Grow Local Business. Strengthen Our Culture of Philanthropy. The ONE Market Partner program invites Orinda’s local retailers and restaurants to join our community-wide effort to support public education. Your partnership strengthens our local schools and reinforces Orinda’s culture of philanthropy, where the entire community comes together to support every student, TK-12. As a ONE Market Partner, your business will gain visibility, connect with thousands of local families, and make a lasting impact. This program offers restaurants and retailers an accessible way to invest in our community, preserve high-quality education for every Orinda student, and be recognized as a valued part of the network that makes Orinda thrive. PROGRAM BENEFITS current MARKET PARTNERS COMING SOON DONATE NOW

ONE relies on the generosity of school families, community members, and local business owners to provide the necessary funding that bridges the gap between state funding and the actual cost to educate each student in Orinda on an annual basis. DONATE ONLINE donate by check Donor Advised Funds donate stock employer matching donations Planned Giving donate a vehicle Volunteer FOUR categories of giving *Progress as of 1/25/26 SCHOOL FAMILY GIVING Click above to make a lasting impact in your student's educational journey. COMMUNItY GIVING You don’t need a student in school to make a difference in local education. Click above to invest in our community today. BUSINESS GIVING Showcase your business’s dedication to education and its lasting impact through a Business & Realtor Partnership by clicking above. ALUMNI GIVING Click above to give back and empower the next generation of Miramonte students! To learn more about ONE's Donor Recognition policy, click here.

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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 2025-26 school year, ONE must raise $5.7 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 elective courses funded, 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 22 academic sections to maintain a 7-period day, reduce class sizes, and expand access to Honors and AP classes 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.

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 CORPORATE MATCHING Donate by Mail Donor Advised Funds Donate online to ONE-OIS Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! Orinda Intermediate School has a history of excellence in education and your donations directly fund the 27 electives 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 $1,022,000. 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 $1,022,000 for this academic year and maintain our programming, we are asking you to make a donation of $2,000 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. Any questions about ONE-OIS fundraising, please contact Jin Sun Park or Holly Burns, Co-Chairs ONE-OIS Fundraising, at oneorindaois@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