Pike Township Educational Foundation raised about $40,000 at gala; awarded $9,000 in classroom grants and $80,000 in scholarships

Marty Hoer spoke during the board's "Good of the Cause" public‑comment period to report recent fundraising and grant activity by the Pike Township Educational Foundation.

"We raised about $40,000" at the foundation's March gala, Hoer told the board, and the group's grant committee has awarded about $9,000 in classroom grants. He said the scholarship committee met and awarded $80,000 in scholarships.

Hoer thanked board members who attended the gala and encouraged staff and teachers to apply: there will be at least one more grant cycle this school year to use remaining funds. He also promoted the foundation's upcoming golf outing on June 18 and requested donations of prizes or sponsorships to support Pike students.

The remarks were delivered during the public‑comment portion of the meeting; no board action was taken on the foundation's report. Hoer asked community supporters to continue their involvement to sustain grants and scholarships that benefit district students.