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We Did It: $1 Million Raised for Corvallis Students!

At the 10th annual Hands Across Corvallis on January 27th, 2026, we set an ambitious goal of $128,000… and, thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, we reached it!

This milestone brings our 10-year Hands Across Corvallis total to an extraordinary $1 Million.

The impact of these contributions on Corvallis students is immeasurable; providing opportunities, resources, and experiences that continue to shape their education and future success. We are deeply grateful to everyone: both students, families, businesses, volunteers, sponsors, and donors, who helped make this achievement possible.

If you missed the event or would like to experience it again, we invite you to watch and share the inspiring videos created by Horsepower Productions. Thank you for being part of this moment and this community. Together, we are making a lasting difference for Corvallis students, now and for years to come.

The momentum doesn’t stop here. Donate now and help us go above and beyond our goal. Together, we can reach every student in the Corvallis School District.

Thank you to Karl Maasdam Photography for capturing our 10th annual Hands Across Corvallis so beautifully! See more pictures on our Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn page.

Golden Apple Highlight: Kristina Stone

We’re closing out our 2025 Golden Apple Recipients series with a truly memorable story... Kristina Stone, Health and Leadership teacher at Crescent Valley High School, was surprised with her Golden Apple Award during one of her classes, surrounded by her cheering students and family.

This final feature captures not only the joy of recognition but the heart of why Kristina teaches: building leadership, confidence, and connection every day.

Read her full story and see why this Golden Apple moment is one she’ll treasure forever.

2026 YEA! Grant Recipients Announced

When students are trusted to lead and given the space to use their voices, powerful things happen. Through our Youth Empowerment & Action (YEA!) Grants, students across the district are turning bold ideas into real impact, advancing equity, expanding opportunities, and strengthening their school communities in meaningful ways.

This year’s projects include STEM activities, cultural celebration, athletics, and school beautification — each one driven by creativity, collaboration, and a desire to make schools stronger for everyone.

These inspiring initiatives are possible because of generous community support.

Read the full article to meet the 2026 YEA! Grant recipients and see how student leadership is shaping our schools.

CPSF Scholarships are Officially Open

Do you know any graduating seniors from Corvallis School District high schools? Now is their chance to fund their post-high-school plans! The Corvallis Public Schools Foundation’s scholarships, made possible by generous local donors, opened February 15th.

Applications are due April 1st at 11:59 p.m. and require a personal essay, one letter of recommendation, and a transcript.

Some scholarships may have additional requirements, so review each carefully.

Questions? Email admin@cpsfoundation.org.

Know someone graduating? Help spread the word! Don’t let them miss this opportunity to support their future.

Students can apply online.

Your gift provides essential resources, enriching opportunities, and vital support for our students. Join us in making a lasting impact—because every student deserves the opportunity to succeed.