Derby-themed gala wins big, raising over $130k for the Oshkosh Education Foundation

OSHKOSH, Wis. (WFRV) – The Oshkosh Area School District (OASD) Education Foundation held its third annual Gala on May 2nd, raising over $130,000 for student programs.
According to a press release from OASD, the event focused on helping adapted sports, school athletics, and co-curricular activities. It took place at The Waters Oshkosh Lakefront Event Venue and welcomed more than 110 community members.
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The OASD said this year's Gala had a fun Kentucky Derby theme. Guests wore festive outfits and played games like basketball, mini golf, bowling, ring toss and a hockey shootout. A lively horse racing game helped raise even more money for the students.
Speakers at the event included OASD alumni and educators who shared how school sports changed their lives. The release says they spot about building confidence, teamwork, and leadership through school activities.
The release states nine local leaders, including Carrie Bores, Dawn Davis, Marla Kopeky, helped lead the event by encouraging donations. There were also raffle prizes, including a signed Tyrese Haliburton jersey and a weekend trip to Door County.
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Theresa Duren, the Education Foundation's director, said the event showed the power of the Oshkosh Community. 'Every game played and dollar donated helped create more equitable, enriching opportunities for our students and we couldn't be more grateful,' she said.
All the money raised will help students stay active, included, and inspired through school programs. For more details or to help support student needs, visit oshkosh.k12.wi.us/gala.
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