Shaker Schools Foundation Donor Report 2024

FALL 2024 DONOR APPRECIATION REPORT

EDUCATE EMPOWER EXPLORE

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ABOUT US : staff, board & advisors

Celebrating its 43rd year, the Shaker Schools Foundation, established in 1981, was the first foundation in Ohio to support a public school system.

The Foundation supports program enrichment and expanded opportunities for learning not covered by tax dollars.

FOUNDATION STAFF Holly McCormick, Executive Director Laura Orazi, Director of Development Erica Verderber, Senior Administrative Assistant Megan Hanger, Development Associate Marla Walker, Marketing & Communications

ADVISORY COMMITTEE Anne Borchert, Chair Joanie Adler, Class of ’58 Maxine Isaacs, Class of ’65 Kathryn Jones Peter Lawson Jones, Class of ’71 Barb Miller Zachary Paris Terry Pollack Jennifer Proe, Class of ’85 Deborah Ratner, Emeritus Ronald Ratner, Class of ’65 Susan Ratner, Class of ’64 Robin Weaver Caroline Weingart Steve Weitzner, Class of ’83 Mariama Whyte, Class of ’93

DISTRICT STAFF Sharon Galin, Alumni Liaison BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2024 — 2025 Cathy Zbanek, President, Class of ’91 Jonas Ng, Vice President Christopher Hunter, Treasurer Barbara Nolan, Secretary, Class of ’85 Ramona Lowery-Ferrell, Class of ’89 Community Engagement Liaison Jennifer Lawry Adams, Class of ’88 Eileen Anderson Alison Bibb-Carson, Board of Ed, Class of ’95 Michael Bowen, Class of ’05 Kevin L. Clayton, Class of ’77 Nicol Coxon Mity Fowler Mark Freeman, Life Member David Glasner, Superintendent Christine Medvedev Cliff Mendelsohn, Class of ’94 Jay Morgan, Class of ’87 Phillip Rowland-Seymour, Class of ’93 Scott Shelfer Tricia Stevenson Carter Strang Brittany Webb, Class of ’02

Since its inception, the Shaker Schools Foundation has raised over $12M in support of students and teachers in the Shaker Heights City School District.

BOARD OF EDUCATION Lora Cover, President Alison Bibb-Carson Pamela Scott Douglas Wang Heather Weingart — SHAKER SCHOOLS FOUNDATION 15600 Parkland Drive Shaker Heights, Ohio 44120 (216) 295-4329 Tax ID #34-1351470

shakerschoolsfoundation.org

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ABOUT US : welcome

A word from our Board President,

HELLO!

Dear Friends of the Shaker Schools Foundation, We’re excited to join together—both past and current presidents—to thank you for the incredible impact you’ve made through your support. This year’s theme, Educate, Empower, Explore, Engage, perfectly captures the heart of what we’ve been able to accomplish together.

Your generosity has opened up so many doors for Shaker students, giving them the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed in and beyond the classroom.

Whether it’s helping a student explore new interests, empowering them with the confidence to take on new challenges, or providing opportunities that enrich their education, your contributions have made a real difference.

Because of you, Shaker students can engage with experiences that inspire them and prepare them for the future. These aren’t just words on a page—they represent the lives you’re changing every day.

As we reflect on all we’ve achieved and look ahead to what’s next, we want to thank you for standing with us.

Your commitment to our mission means the world to us— and even more to the students you’re empowering to dream big and reach their potential. We couldn’t do it without you!

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ABOUT US Board, Staff & Advisors

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WELCOME : 2024 THEME Educate, Empower, Explore, Engage

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MISSION, VALUES & FINANCIALS

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FOCUS INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL High School Students

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FOCUS MACHINING & MANUFACTURING High School Students

10 F OCUS WRITING THEIR OWN STORY Woodbury and Boulevard Girls 12 FOCUS ANGELA DOMINGUEZ VISITS All Shaker Elementary Schools 13 FOCUS SENEGALESE DRUMMING & DANCING Woodbury Students 14 FOCUS DESIGN CYCLE - FOOD INSECURITY Middle School Students 16 FOCUS NEW FASHION DESIGN CLASS High School Students

With gratitude,

Carter Strang

Cathy Zbanek

Parent, Class of ‘99, ‘01, ‘04 & ‘06 grads

Class of ‘91

PAST PRESIDENT PRESIDENT

Grandparent, Class of ‘34 & beyond Parent, Class of ‘23 grad & Class of ‘26 student

18 GRANTS FOR STUDENTS & TEACHERS 20 ALUMNI & SCHOOLS 22 G ROW THE LEGACY 23 MAKE AN IMPACT 24 PARTNERS 25 LOOKING AHEAD 26 A NIGHT FOR THE RED & WHITE

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OUR MISSION + VALUES

MISSION The Shaker Schools Foundation supports all Shaker Heights City Schools students by cultivating community resources to advance equitable access and enhance opportunities in and out of the classroom.

VALUES • Each student is valued.

• Each student feels included.

• Diversity makes us stronger.

• Community engagement is vital.

• We are committed to inclusive decision making.

Woodbury MAC Sister Scholars participate in the designExplorr program.

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OUR FINANCIALS

Investing in Education These numbers are a testament to the generosity of our donors, the careful stewardship of our resources, and our community’s commitment to educational excellence.

Shaker Schools Foundation Financial Statement

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$5,301,966

$6,009,573

We are proud to share how your support makes an impact: • Over 350 students received direct support through travel assistance, Level the Playing Field, or Beyond the Desk opportunity assistance scholarships.

• The Foundation supported over 130 projects and enrichment grants that enhanced learning by funding field trips, author visits, classroom resources, and more.

• Over 700 students benefited from the new Fashion Design Courses at the High School and Design & Inquiry Courses at the Middle School supported by the Foundation.

•S haker Schools Foundation was proud to fund supplies for design labs and sensory spaces throughout the District, empowering STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) and SEL (social-emotional learning).

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EXPLORING THE WORLD Our students’ thoughts on traveling abroad

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“ A trip I’ll be looking back on until the end. I’m truly grateful for the opportunity that Shaker has given me, and I hope many other people will be able to experience it.”

“ Immersed in a Spanish-speaking country, I practiced Spanish, explored new culture, and made unforgettable memories with classmates, teachers, guides, and locals.”

- Japan 2024

- Costa Rica 2024

“ …the trip made me realize that no matter where we come from, we can always find ways to relate to one another. And I am so happy I am still in contact with many of the students I met.”

- South Africa 2024

FOCUS : international travel

In 2023-2024, the Foundation was pleased to support trips to Chile, Costa Rica, Goslar, Japan, South Africa, and Vietnam.

The Foundation supported the students who traveled for the first time to South Africa with the South African Cultural Exchange (SACE) team, an initiative of Shaker Heights City School District’s Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

Building an International Travel Endowment Fund Each year, Shaker High School students have the opportunity to participate in international travel through cultural exchange programs, service learning, and performance tours.

The Shaker Schools Foundation has embarked on a $500,000 campaign to provide more life-changing opportunities for all Shaker Heights High School students who wish to experience international travel. Growing the International Travel Endowment Fund allows the Shaker Schools Foundation to extend the benefits of international travel to more Shaker students, strengthening inclusivity and diversity within the program.

To help a Shaker student see the world by eliminating financial barriers, visit shakerschoolsfoundation.org/student-travel-donations.

Left: SHHS students on a service trip in Vietnam

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FOCUS : machining & manufacturing

Shaker’s hands-on Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Classes are preparing students for successful transitions to college or careers.

The four courses in the pathway provide rigorous education along with skill development and workforce credentials that ensures that students are career ready.

In the 2023-2024 school year, the Foundation provided a classroom set of Snap-On Precision Measurement tools, elevating hands-on learning experiences.

These state-of-the-art tools ensure that our students not only gain proficiency in technical measurements but also earn industry-level certifications. A Bridgeport milling machine, another equipment addition, provides our students with practical training and industry relevant skills. Milling machines are used to cut or drill solid materials, such as metal, and to cut, bore, and drill gears, threads, and slots.

Experience with these tools help students heading directly into the workforce as well as those pursuing degrees in architecture, manufacturing, and engineering.

Right : Mastering machining skills on a Smithy lathe mill.

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TOP-NOTCH TOOLS New state-of-the art tools, certification, and career education offerings

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WRITING THEIR OWN STORY Supporting girls at Woodbury & Boulevard

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FOCUS : writing their own story

Empowering young girls through positive relationships and career exposure can have a transformative impact on their lives.

The Girls Empowerment Group was launched for Boulevard’s and Woodbury’s young women to help them overcome barriers and achieve their potential while providing self confidence and important social skills.

The program introduces mentors from a variety of careers and provides the students with connections to trusted adults, time with friends, and academic support. Sponsoring a trip to a Cavs game and interactive workshops by designExplorr to tackle problem-solving challenges. Boulevard’s group teamed up with their MAC Scholar Sisters to write and illustrate a book.

The groups enjoyed hearing from alumni speakers who shared their Shaker stories and how they followed their passions in their selected careers. Learning and having fun is a great combination!

Left : Our proud students share their stories.

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FOCUS : angela dominguez visits

EXPLORING ART & CULTURE A visit by author Angela Dominguez

K-4 students enjoy language and literature enrichment Award-winning author and illustrator, Angela Dominguez, visited students at all five of Shaker’s elementary schools in March 2024. Her bilingual books provided an opportunity to explore Spanish language and Mexican culture.

During the week-long residency, she spent a day at each school reading and having discussions with students about how she brought the main character in her popular books, Stella Diaz, to life. She also walked the students through the creation of an illustration.

One group had her draw an octopus wearing a hat and scarf in the grassy plains!

These sessions were made possible through a grant from GDP Group Employees Foundation, the Shaker Schools Foundation, and the libraries of the Shaker Heights Schools.

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FOCUS : senegalese drumming & dancing

THINK GLOBALLY

Woodbury French classes engaged in Senegalese culture and French language

A benefit of Shaker’s involvement in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program is that students are encouraged to think globally and learn about different cultures. In Ms. Radefeld’s 6th Grade French Class, students learn about the diversity of the French-speaking world and about French-speaking cultures in Africa.

Ms. Radefeld’s class was treated to a great in-school field trip by members of the Djapo Cultural Arts Institute. This featured interactive lessons on the importance of drumming, dancing, and singing as a communication tool in French-speaking Senegal. Dancers and musicians taught the students traditional Senegalese folkloric dance, as well as rhythms on a drum called the djembe. A variety of French terms were used during the instruction.

After the workshop, students discussed en français how they felt about the experience.

The Shaker Schools Foundation was pleased to support this engaging experience that expanded students’ perspectives of the French-speaking world.

Left : Los estudiantes de Shaker aprendieron nuevas palabras en español. Above : Des etudiants Shaker souriant et s’amusant.

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FOCUS : design cycle - food insecurity

The Foundation was proud to support the launch of a new Design Cycle class led by Mr. Jeremy Bishko, where Middle School students investigated food insecurity and studied its impact locally, nationally, and globally.

Students practiced and reduced food waste through lacto-fermentation, the oldest and safest method of preserving food. The students learned to lacto-ferment fruits and vegetables by making mustards, pickles, and hot sauce.

The response to the class has been enthusiastic! Mr. Bishko shared, “Rarely in my teaching career have I seen students so eager to engage more deeply with our class activities. I encountered a group of students who were eagerly ‘bugging’ me for more and varied fermentation projects.

It’s the highest compliment to a teacher when students are hungry for more learning. None of this would have been possible without the support of the Shaker Schools Foundation.”

Right : Safety first! Goggles are used during the pickling process.

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DESIGNING HANDS-ON A new educational opportunity at the Middle School 15

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A new “fashionable” program at the High School

FOCUS : new fashion design class

The High School’s new Fashion Design curriculum, introduced in the 2023-2024 school year, was developed in collaboration with Kent State University School of Fashion.

This course provides students with practical skills while fostering creativity, cultural understanding, and career exploration. Ninety students registered for its inaugural offering in fall 2023.

There are two courses in the sequence: Fiber Arts, where students develop skills in fabric dyeing, embroidery, needle point, knitting, and sewing, and Fashion Design, which focuses on fashion template models and designing garments. The Foundation purchased the equipment for the fashion design room, including sewing machines, mannequins, cutting mats, and more.

At the end of the year, the art students hosted their annual show, Art Exposed, that highlighted their skills and hard work across all art disciplines. The fashion design students showcased sustainable fashions inspired by the elements—earth, wind, fire, and water.

Left : Students used the Shibori technique to design their fabric.

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ENRICHMENT GRANTS Supporting teachers, coaches, advisors, and more

The Shaker Schools Foundation’s Enrichment Grant Program (formerly Teacher Grants) supports projects that enhance student learning and participation such as field trips, special art supplies, additional classroom resources, teaching tools, and special cultural events.

Staff members submit an online grant request and receive mini-grants of $50–$500 per project.

District administrators collaborate with Foundation staff on larger grant requests.

Learn more at shakerschoolsfoundation.org/staff

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GRANTS FOR STUDENTS & TEACHERS

OPPORTUNITY ASSISTANCE Over 200 student activities funded in 2023-2024

The Opportunity Assistance grant program provides direct support to Shaker families by helping to remove barriers to participation in extracurricular activities and youth sports.

The Shaker Schools Foundation promotes greater diversity and inclusion in afterschool and summer activities for Shaker students by offering two different scholarships: LEVEL THE PLAYING FIELD: Supporting youth sports including football, cheer, basketball, baseball, soccer, hockey, rock climbing, crew, fencing, gymnastics, ski club, and more.

BEYOND THE DESK: Supporting extracurriculars including art, dance, cooking, chess, group music classes, STEAM camps, and more.

Learn more at shakerschoolsfoundation.org/student-scholarships

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Shaker staff and teachers: Shenita Siggers (Class of 2003), Jessica Agler, Veronica Malone (Class of 2003), Chante Thomas.

CELEBRATING OUR ALUMNI & SCHOOLS At the Woodbury Community Celebration in May 2024 we welcomed Shaker alumni, families, and current and retired staff. It was a special opportunity to gather as the school closes for extensive renovations.

When it reopens, this building will be home to all Shaker 6th-8th graders.

Learn more about Shaker’s Long-Term Master Facilities Plan at shaker.org.

The Onaway Centennial Celebration, held in October 2023, provided a walk down memory lane for our alumni and retired staff. There were photos, yearbooks, and memorabilia celebrating Onaway’s 100 years of education.

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Barbara Millican, Class of 1963, shares her kindergarten photo from Onaway.

ALUMNI & SCHOOLS

Class of 2004 reunion attendees

Shaker Class Reunions Each year alumni return to Shaker for milestone reunions where they reminisce and reconnect with their classmates. Again and again, Shaker alumni share how their experiences at Shaker Schools shaped their future.

2023 Shaker Schools Alumni Hall of Fame In November 2023 we celebrated the incredible achievements of eight members of the 2023 Shaker Schools Alumni Hall of Fame. Common themes were an appreciation for having grown up in Shaker Heights and the exceptional education provided by Shaker Schools. Each experience was unique, but Shaker was part of the foundation for each honoree’s future success. The class included Kevin Clayton, ‘77; the Honorable Ellen Rippner Cohen, ‘58; Aisha Fraser, In Memoriam, ‘91; James A. Goldsmith, ‘73; Heather Hanson, ‘95; Michael Jeans, ‘92; Russell Stokes, ‘89; and Ellen McWilliams-Woods, Ph.D., ‘80.

Please see our website for information about the 2024 inductees.

Nominations for the 2025 Hall of Fame will open in January 2025.

We hope you will nominate outstanding alumni that you want to recognize.

Shaker grads, please join us when it is your reunion time! Visit shakerschoolsfoundation.org/alumni to update your contact information and to find out if your class has scheduled a reunion.

Alumni Feature: Ramona Lowery-Ferrell, Class of ‘89 Shaker Schools Foundation board member, Ramona Lowery-Ferrell, is also a proud member of a three-generation Shaker Schools family. She is the daughter of an alum and a parent to an alum and a current Shaker Heights High School junior.

Ramona is an amazing ambassador for the Foundation. Her personal passion is to provide STEM opportunities for students, with an emphasis on students of color. She does this through her volunteer work with NSBE Jr. (National Society of Black Engineers) and ACE Mentoring (Architecture, Construction & Engineering). She serves as the Foundation’s Community Liaison where she engages her wealth of professional contacts to support our Shaker students. The Foundation is grateful for her leadership and commitment to Shaker Schools.

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GROW THE LEGACY

ENGAGED DONORS GROW THE LEGACY We are grateful to our amazing donors who are building a legacy for the next generation of Shaker students.

Your Planned Gift can provide for the future works of the Shaker Schools Foundation through: • Bequest from a will or trust • Life insurance policy or annuity • Retirement assets (IRA, 401K) • Current gift of $5,000 or more to the Legacy Fund or other existing endowed fund • Establishment of a new named fund with a gift or pledge of $10,000 or more. Income from named funds helps support programs, celebrate achievement, and enhance inclusivity for Shaker students.

View our named funds at shakerschoolsfoundation.org/named-funds.

Questions?

Contact Holly McCormick, Executive Director 216.295.4325, or email mccormick_h@shaker.org.

Three Generations Margot Russo Tomer, Class of ‘99, Nora Tomer, current Shaker student, Lindsey Rice Cassidy, Class of ‘72

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The Legacy Society As of 10/8/24

Stuart Abrams Ruth S. Affelder Reading Fund Eileen Anderson Herbert Ascherman, Jr. Christine Auginas Joan Ball Deborah Beim

Kathryn & J. Stephen Jones Nancy & Bernard Karr Amy Kerr Thome & Stephen Thome Adam Lehman & Belinda Krifcher Matthew & Julie Lehman

Cathy Belk

Dr. & Mrs. Gilbert Lowenthal

Kate Blaszak

Neil & Susan Luria

George & Margaret Cannon

Abe & Barb Miller

Bill & Jennifer Clawson Deborah Cowan Mr. & Mrs. Rand M. Curtiss James Deutchman

John S. Murphy Nancy Silber Pickus Dorothea & Michael Polster Judge Dan A. Polster & Ms. Deborah A. Coleman

Sarajane & Sam Dolinsky Jonathan & Nancy Polster Susan Fainstein Lisa & Sean Richardson Dr. Mark Freeman Sauerland Foundation Estate of M. L. Freidman Paul Sauerland Ann & Scott Garson SHHS Class of 1967 Steven & Gail Goldfarb Philip & Shuara Shands Grant Kohn Goodman Sue Starrett Fiona & Matthew Green Craig Stout Derek Green Deedra & Carter Strang Linda & John Hallbauer Brian S. Sullivan Ayesha Bell Hardaway Annette Tucker Betty & Karl Hess Sutherland & J. Mark Sutherland Estate of Dorothy Humel Hovorka Stasia Vavruska Rick & Annie Hubbard

Holly & Doug Wang

Chris & Maria Hunter

Robin Weaver

Estate of Helen L. Ittner

Fred Widen

Robin D. Johnson

Thomas Wise Cathy & Brian Zbanek

MAKE AN IMPACT!

Gifts from alumni, parents, and community members provide resources, access, and opportunity for Shaker students!

Your gift to the Advancing Shaker Annual Appeal supports: •C lassroom Learning - technology for hands-on learning, resources for social emotional learning programs, supplies and equipment for new curriculum • I nnovative Teaching - enrichment grants for field trips, author visits, and other tools for creative study and exploration •O pportunities for All - direct student support for K-12 extracurricular activities and youth sports, and assistance for international high school travel •C areer Exploration - entrepreneurship, mentoring, job-shadowing, and leadership experiences

Educate Empower Explore Engage

Help us ensure that every child in the Shaker Heights Schools has the opportunity to thrive!

GIVE ONLINE

RECURRING DONATIONS

Visit shakerschoolsfoundation.org, select “donate,” and choose where you would like to direct your gift.

Small recurring gifts make a big difference in providing extra resources for Shaker students.

You can set up a monthly or quarterly donation.

Visit us at shakerschoolsfoundation.org/donate for more information

HONOR OR MEMORY

You may designate your gift in honor or memory of a special Shaker teacher, student, classmate or loved one.

BY MAIL

Mail your contribution to: Shaker Schools Foundation 15600 Parkland Drive, Shaker Heights, OH 44120

WANT TO HELP SHAKER STUDENTS SOAR?

This year we are also building an International Travel Endowment Fund to extend the benefits of international travel to more Shaker High School students and to ensure a perpetual funding source for travel assistance.

Visit shakerschoolsfoundation.org/travel-assistance for more information and to donate.

QUESTIONS? Call 216-295-4329 or email Laura Orazi, Director of Development, at orazi_l@shaker.org.

The Shaker Schools Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible.

Tax ID: 34-1351470

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PARTNERS

Thank you to our 2023 Partners By investing in education, these corporations, foundations, and organizations are not just funding classrooms, they’re sowing seeds for a stronger community.

They contribute to Shaker Schools Foundation because they believe in creating opportunities and shaping tomorrow’s leaders.

A Griffin Legacy Foundation Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Arminius Foundation Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. AVI Foodsystems Bellefaire JCB Blue Tree Coaching BNY Mellon Charitable The Botnick Law Firm The Brandon Family Foundation Calvetta Brothers Floor Show Campbell’s Soup Company Cardinal Charitable Foundation Carol Nursery School Charities Aid Foundation City of Shaker Heights Cleveland Cavaliers The Cleveland Foundation Copy King Inc. CustomInk Cuyahoga County Double Good Enbody Weight Loss and Wellness The Esther and Hyman Rapport Philanthropic Trust Expedia Farrell Roofing The Garland Company Gilbane Building Company Glaus, Pyle, Schomer, Burns & DeHaven, Inc. Greater Houston Community Foundation

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The Harry K. Fox and Emma R. Fox Charitable Foundation

Parker Hannifin Foundation Procurement Team

Hogan Transportation

Renaissance Charitable

The Horowitz Ratner Family Foundation

Ronald and Deborah Ratner Family Foundation

Huntington National Bank

Sangree Foundation

Impact Assets

Schwab Charitable Trust

Independence Business Supply

Sgt. Clean Car Wash

J. Pistone Market & Gathering Place James & Susan Ratner Family Foundation Jewish Federation of Cleveland Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago Karlovec & Company Design/Build Remodel KeyBank National Association League of Women Voters Shaker Heights Chapter Lewis and Ruth Affelder Fund

Sauerland Foundation

Shaker Arts Council Shaker Heights City School District Shaker Heights Teachers’ Association Shaker Heights Youth Center, Inc. Shaker Raiders Football Booster Club Shaker Sports Boosters SHCSD Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion The Sherwin-Williams Foundation Solon Orthodontics Squire Patton Boggs LLP

Love Insurance Agency

StepStone Group

The Lubrizol Foundation

Stifel Nicolaus

The Lozick Family Foundation

TransUnion

Maloney + Novotny LLC

Ulmer & Berne LLP

Marrow Fine Jewelers

University Tees

Medical Mutual of Ohio

Uvas Foundation

Microsoft

Vanguard Charitable

Modern Yoga

The Veale Foundation

MRI Software Foundation

Wayfair LLC

Nederlandse School Cleveland Inc.

WeFund4u

Neptune Plumbing & Heating Co.

Wilkoff & Sons LLC

Park Synagogue Sisterhood

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OH, WHAT A NIGHT! It might have been the 32nd annual A Night for the Red & White, but it was the very first time we celebrated at Shaker Heights High School. The school was transformed into an elegant venue for our gala fundraiser. The event featured student musical performances, K-12 Art Show, our co-emcees, Mariama Whyte (Class of ‘93) and David Pogue (Class of ‘81), dinner, dancing, raffle, and silent auction.

Our thanks to the Shaker community who came out to support Every Student, Every Grade, Every School. More than 500 guests (99 first time attendees and young alums!) exceeded our $40,000 donation goal for the evening and raised $53,317 to support PreK-12th grade student opportunities.

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A NIGHT FOR THE RED & WHITE

SAVE THE DATE Mark your calendars for March 8, 2025 for the 33 rd annual

A NIGHT for the

RED&WHITE Join us as the curtain goes up on the Shaker Schools Foundation’s 33rd annual fundraising gala benefiting the Shaker Heights City Schools.

Don’t miss this evening of celebration and community at the Agora Theater & Ballroom.

Enjoy student performances and art, and dance to the lively music of Gumbo Dance Party.

For more information, visit

shakerschoolsfoundation.org/events

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15600 Parkland Drive Shaker Heights, OH 44120

FALL 2024 DONOR APPRECIATION REPORT

TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS Thanks to you, the Shaker Schools Foundation has been able to Educate, Empower, Explore, and

Engage Shaker students in ways that truly make a

difference. Your generosity opens doors, sparks curiosity, and fuels the potential of every student we serve.

Learn more at ShakerSchoolsFoundation.org Holly McCormick, Executive Director Laura Orazi, Director of Development

Togeth er, we ’re sha future ping a —than brighte k you r for bein g a par t of

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