Thank You Orono Community!
Orono Alliance Gala Raises $170,000 for Orono Schools!
More than $170,000 was raised at The Orono Alliance Gala held at the Metropolitan Ballroom on Saturday, April 14. More than 350 people attended the 1950’s-inspired event, which serves as the primary annual fundraiser for Orono Schools.
Orono Schools were founded in 1951 and the Orono Alliance Gala was a celebration of the 60th anniversary year. With live music from the 57 Chevy Band, beautiful 1950’s-inspired decorations, guests decked out in poodle skirts and leather jackets, it was a night to celebrate Orono School’s impressive history. The evening’s “Fund-A-Need” program focused on expanding and improving Orono’s World Language programs for all K-12 students, which will ensure Orono students’ ability to succeed in the global market.
“This event was a wonderful celebration of our excellent schools and one of the most successful fund raisers we have ever had, which allows us to directly impact opportunities for our children. The Gala funds account for about half of the total donation that we plan to give to Orono Schools this year, so it was incredible to raise just over $170,000 during this event,” says Jeanne Morrison Cook, Director of Development for The Orono Alliance. “Funds raised by our fiscal year-end of June 30th, 2012, will directly affect students starting this fall,” Cook explains.
The Orono Alliance is thankful to the Gala Co-Chairs Kimberly Mueller and Christina Levitt, their committee, Orono parents, teachers, business sponsors and the community for this wonderful support of our students.
The Orono Alliance for Education mission is to work to empower all students to achieve their highest potential and to ensure a tradition of excellence by harnessing the community’s time, talent, and financial resources in support of Orono Schools. Since its inception in 2000, The Orono Alliance has donated over $3 million to the Orono School District to further this mission.
Additional information about the Orono Alliance for Education can be found at
www.oronoalliance.org.
