Friends of Overland is a
501(c)(3), parent-volunteer run organization that provides direct funding for critical programs at Overland Elementary School.
RANKED #1 IN LAUSD BY US NEWS AND WORLD REPORT
OUR FUNDRAISERS
FOO fundraises throughout the year with proceeds going directly to fund important programs at the school.
Below are the 4 key fundraising pillars that Friends of Overland uses to ensure adequate funds are raised:
FAMILY ANNUAL
DONATION
Our biggest fundraiser which asks parents to donate to the school every fall. Donation ask amounts are tied to the projected funding needed per year.
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For the 2025-26 school year, our goal is to raise $550,000 to ensure uninterrupted resourcing.
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OVERLAND GALA
+ AUCTION
This is our second biggest fundraising tool held in the spring that's comprised of a wonderful evening of dinner & dancing coupled with a live & silent auction that drives significant profit for our organization.
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This fundraiser raises anywhere between $125,000 - $225,000 annually.
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SOCIAL
FUNDRAISERS
From movie nights to parent cocktail hours, Lakers games and beyond, our social fundraisers are comprised of both parent-led & hosted events and group-ticketed experiences that provide fun outings while raising money.
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CORPORATE
SPONSORSHIPS
Friends of Overland partners with great organizations who support our school and are valued by our enthusiastic parent community.
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UPCOMING MEETINGS
Everyone is welcome to attend FOO meetings which are held monthly. See below for currently scheduled meetings & contact us to receive location details:
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Tuesday, February 3rd @ 8 pm (via Zoom, please email for details)
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Monday, March 2nd @ 8 pm (via Zoom, please email for details)
- Tuesday, April 7th @ 8 pm (via Zoom, please email for details)
- Monday, May 4th @ 7 pm (in-person, please email for details)
- Monday, June 1st @ 8 pm (via Zoom, please email for details)
Friends of Overland
Friends of Overland ("FOO") is a 501(c)(3) dedicated to fundraising and providing funding for programs at Overland Elementary School.
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