Olympia Education Foundation

06/18/2026

Opportunity Grant Deadline Alert! Two Hours left!!!

Applications for Olympia Education Foundation Opportunity Grants close at 5:00 p.m. today!

If you've been thinking about applying, now is the time. Don't let your great idea wait another year.

Apply here: https://www.olyedfoundation.org/grants

Grants Opportunity Grants 26-27 school year grants are open until 5 p.m. June 18, 2026! Pending available funds, a second application period will open Aug. 24 and close at 5 p.m. Oct. 23, 2026. Review the Grants Guidelines below for more details. How to Complete Requests & Reports Read these Grants....

06/18/2026

LAST CHANCE!

Opportunity Grant applications are due TODAY at 5:00 p.m.!

Have an idea that will enhance student learning, support student well-being, expand classroom resources, or help close opportunity gaps? Olympia Education Foundation may be able to help fund it.
Grants up to $2,000 available
Includes classroom library and student support opportunities
Deadline: Today, June 18, at 5:00 p.m.

Apply now: https://www.olyedfoundation.org/grants

Grants Opportunity Grants 26-27 school year grants are open until 5 p.m. June 18, 2026! Pending available funds, a second application period will open Aug. 24 and close at 5 p.m. Oct. 23, 2026. Review the Grants Guidelines below for more details. How to Complete Requests & Reports Read these Grants....

06/05/2026

The Olympia Education Foundation Board of Trustees is delighted to welcome Kelly Hart as the new Executive Director of the Olympia Education Foundation!

Kelly brings more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience in fundraising, community partnerships, arts education and program development. Prior to joining the Olympia Education Foundation, she served as Executive Director of Allied Arts of Whatcom County, where she led regional education and community programs serving more than 50,000 people annually.

Throughout her career, Kelly has worked closely with schools, educators, nonprofits and community organizations to expand access to meaningful opportunities for students and families. She is excited to collaborate with the Foundation Board of Trustees, the Olympia School District and local community partners to support students and educators across the district.

Please join us in welcoming Kelly to the Olympia Education Foundation!

👉👉 Read More: https://www.olyedfoundation.org/news/olympia-education-foundation-welcomes-kelly-hart-as-executive-director/

The Olympia Education Foundation Board of Trustees is delighted to welcome Kelly Hart as the new Executive Director of the Olympia Education Foundation!

06/04/2026

🚨🚨 ATTENTION OSD STAFF: Opportunity Grants for next school year are OPEN! Submit your wild and wonderful ideas by 5 pm, June 18.

You can receive up to $2,000 in funding for that program or project you’ve been dreaming of for your students.

Applying is simple, and ALL OSD staff are eligible. For more info, go to: https://www.olyedfoundation.org/grants

We can’t wait to hear from you! 🙌🙌

06/01/2026

It is with a full heart that we celebrate Katy Johansson as we wish her a fond farewell as Executive Director of the Olympia Education Foundation.

Thank you, Katy! 🎉🎉

Read More:

Katy expanded the Opportunity Grants program, empowering educators to close opportunity gaps through creativity and innovation. She fortified the Principal’s Emergency Fund, ensuring that students facing urgent needs, whether for clothing, food, or medical supplies, received immediate support. Her...

05/01/2026

Representation matters. Opportunity matters. ❤️ The Olympia Education Foundation is helping multilingual students see themselves in spaces they’ve maybe never imagined before. https://www.olyedfoundation.org

Thurgood Marshall Middle School

04/24/2026

From glasses to rent to a little extra hope, the Olympia Education Foundation Principal’s Emergency Fund is there when life throws a curveball. Take it from Marcela - "the opportunities are endless!" 😊 https://www.olyedfoundation.org/principals-emergency-fund

Lincoln Options Elementary

04/18/2026

🏙 Make it a Downtown Date Night...TONIGHT!! 🏙

As a reminder, some amazing local downtown businesses have offered to partner with the us as part of the Olympia Education Foundation Presents: Gabriel Rutledge comedy show tonight at Capitol Theater. Come out and show these businesses that you appreciate them!

🍽 Here's where you can dine + support:

- Rhythms Coffee - 10% of all sales between 5pm - 10pm will be donated.
- Three Magnets Brewing Co. - Mention the comedy show or Foundation and 25% of your 3 Mags or Self Care NA beer purchases will be donated.
- Altitude 15 - 10% of all drink sales between 4pm - 7pm will be donated...including purchases of the special signature cocktail, "The Educator", just for this event!

We can't wait to see you all tonight at the show! 💖

04/17/2026

When a book sparks a dream, it’s magic. ☺️✨ Thanks to a grant received by the Olympia Education Foundation, a student didn’t just read, they found a bigger family goal. That’s the ripple effect of opportunity! https://www.olyedfoundation.org/grants

Thurgood Marshall Middle School

04/16/2026

🚨🚨 Just a few more days before the very funny and talented Gabriel Rutledge Comedy will be performing in downtown Olympia at Capitol Theater. The proceeds for this event will benefit the Olympia Education Foundation and our mission to cultivate student potential.

A limited number of tickets remain, so don't wait to get yours! We can't wait to see you there with us for a night full of laughs!

🎫🎫Get your tickets here! -> https://www.olympiafilmsociety.org/movie/the-olympia-education-foundation-presents-gabriel-rutledge/