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Save The Date!

REF Golf Classic Set for September 27th and Turkey Trot set for November 15th

Get a foursome and have a great time! The Riverview Education Foundation’s 10th Annual “REF Golf Classic” tournament to benefit the Riverview School District will be held at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday September 27th at Trilogy Golf Club in Redmond Ridge. Registration Form.

All profits raised from this event will be given to Riverview Schools as grants for teachers, schools, and classrooms. The tournament fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart rental, Awards Ceremony, and a buffet lunch. Lots of great prizes will be offered, too!

Not a golfer? No worries! The tournament is a “best ball” scramble, and is open to players of all levels of ability regardless of experience. This Golf Classic tournament has become a tradition for many golfers (expert and novice alike) as a way to have fun while supporting education.

Jake is gearing up!In addition, the Foundation will also sponsor its 3rd Annual “REF Runs for Riverview” fun run on November 15th, 2008. This terrific event, also known as the Turkey Trot, raises money specifically for health and wellness programs within the Riverview School District.

The Turkey Trot will feature 5K and 10K runs, as well as a Health & Wellness Expo and lots of children’s races. So look out for Jake the turkey, coming your way soon!

September 27, 2007 is the day to be at Trilogy Golf Course on Redmond Ridge.

REF awards over $30,000 to the Riverview School District

In January 2008, the Riverview Education Foundation awarded $32,988.37 to fund 33 grants to teachers and schools within the Riverview District. This year’s grants included:

All schools and programs were well represented in the Grants distribution, as the following table shows:

School Number of Grants Total Amount Awarded
Cedarcrest 6 $7,759.95
Cherry Valley 5 $4,189.38
District (Multiple Schools or Programs 3 $5,447.46
ERMA 1 $363.91
Stillwater 5 $5,265.33
Tolt 8 $4,875.10
Grand Total 33 $32,988.37

For a full list of awarded grants, click here.

For a copy of the grant guidelines used for the 2007-2008 grant season please see the following:

REF Raises $4,000 for Cedarcrest Senior Scholarships

Last year's Dinner/Auction, “An Evening for Education”, raised $4,000 dollars specifically to fund scholarships for Riverview graduating seniors. These scholarships are awarded to senior students who have demonstrated active involvement in the Riverview community.

The Foundation gives its heartfelt thanks to all the donors who made these scholarships possible.

How can I contribute to REF?

Here are just a few ways you can help the children in the Riverview School District.

  1. Make a tax-deductible direct contribution to REF.
  2. Contribute to REF through your company's United Way Campaign or company matching.
  3. Volunteer - come to our next meeting to learn about what we do and how you can help!

REF's Mission

Generate financial and community support for enriching the education of Riverview students.

Save the Date

Annual Golf Classic

10th Annual Golf Classic Tournament

On Par for Education

Jake knows that being fit and healthy optimizes student readiness to learn."

 

3rd Annual REF Runs for Riverview

AKA "Turkey Trot"

Find out more about the Healthiest State in the Nation campaign and join in!

3rd Annual Dinner Auction

March 2009

Contact Sue Davenport, sue.davenport@cablespeed.com for additional information.

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