FAQs

Why was the Foundation started?

An important target in the school district's Strategic Plan has been to obtain alternative revenue sources. Due to changes in state funding formulas and continued limits in the state budget, state funds to the district have fallen to approximately 7 percent of the district's budget. Local taxpayers fund 93 percent of the budget.
How is the Foundation organized?

The Foundation Board of Directors has three permanent directors which include the Superintendent of Schools, a representative from the district's Board of Trustees, and a parent representative. In addition, the Foundation currently has 26 elected directors who serve three year terms. All directors serve without pay. Directors include local business owners, community leaders, active and retired school personnel, and interested parents.
What will the Foundation fund?

Funding priorities for the Foundation were developed by representative teachers, administrators, and the Board of Directors. The initial priorities include:

- Innovate Teaching Grants
- Technology
- Staff Development
- Economic/Special Needs of Students
- School/Community Partnerships Programs/Projects
- Student/Teacher Recognition Programs
- Permanent Endowment Fund

The focus of funding will be on teacher-initiated projects that encourage, facilitate, recognize, and reward creative and well-designed instructional approaches to learning.
What are other ways I can contribute to the Foundation?

Your support can come from a variety of ways. All donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible. Gifting options include:

- General Cash Donations
- Pledged Donations
- Matched Giving Through Your Company or Employer
- Planned Giving Through Wills, Trusts, Life Insurance,
and Estate Planning Programs
- Real Estate
- Stocks and Bonds
- Support of Special Foundation Events
- Establishment of Honorary/Memorial Scholarships
- In-Kind Products and Services

The Foundation will always welcome the intangible and invaluable gifts of your time and service.
How can you get additional information about the Foundation?

Call Neta Craig, Foundation Executive Director at 903-668-5990 Ex.5723. She will be happy to answer any questions you might have and send you detailed information about the Foundation. Donations should be made payable to the Hallsville ISD Education Foundation. The mailing address is P.O. Box 810, Hallsville, TX 75650.
What are other ways I can contribute to the Foundation?

Your support can come from a variety of ways. All donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible. Gifting options include:

- General Cash Donations
- Pledged Donations
- Matched Giving Through Your Company or Employer
- Planned Giving Through Wills, Trusts, Life Insurance,
and Estate Planning Programs
- Real Estate
- Stocks and Bonds
- Support of Special Foundation Events
- Establishment of Honorary/Memorial Scholarships
- In-Kind Products and Services

The Foundation will always welcome the intangible and invaluable gifts of your time and service.
How can you get additional information about the Foundation?

Call Neta Craig, Foundation Executive Director at 903-668-5990 Ex.5723. She will be happy to answer any questions you might have and send you detailed information about the Foundation. Donations should be made payable to the Hallsville ISD Education Foundation. The mailing address is P.O. Box 810, Hallsville, TX 75650.
How is the Foundation organized?

The Foundation Board of Directors has three permanent directors which include the Superintendent of Schools, a representative from the district's Board of Trustees, and a parent representative. In addition, the Foundation currently has 26 elected directors who serve three year terms. All directors serve without pay. Directors include local business owners, community leaders, active and retired school personnel, and interested parents.
What will the Foundation fund?

Funding priorities for the Foundation were developed by representative teachers, administrators, and the Board of Directors. The initial priorities include:

- Innovate Teaching Grants
- Technology
- Staff Development
- Economic/Special Needs of Students
- School/Community Partnerships Programs/Projects
- Student/Teacher Recognition Programs
- Permanent Endowment Fund

The focus of funding will be on teacher-initiated projects that encourage, facilitate, recognize, and reward creative and well-designed instructional approaches to learning.
What are other ways I can contribute to the Foundation?

Your support can come from a variety of ways. All donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible. Gifting options include:

- General Cash Donations
- Pledged Donations
- Matched Giving Through Your Company or Employer
- Planned Giving Through Wills, Trusts, Life Insurance,
and Estate Planning Programs
- Real Estate
- Stocks and Bonds
- Support of Special Foundation Events
- Establishment of Honorary/Memorial Scholarships
- In-Kind Products and Services

The Foundation will always welcome the intangible and invaluable gifts of your time and service.
How can you get additional information about the Foundation?

Call Neta Craig, Foundation Executive Director at 903-668-5990 Ex.5723. She will be happy to answer any questions you might have and send you detailed information about the Foundation. Donations should be made payable to the Hallsville ISD Education Foundation. The mailing address is P.O. Box 810, Hallsville, TX 75650.
What are other ways I can contribute to the Foundation?

Your support can come from a variety of ways. All donations to the Foundation are tax-deductible. Gifting options include:

- General Cash Donations
- Pledged Donations
- Matched Giving Through Your Company or Employer
- Planned Giving Through Wills, Trusts, Life Insurance,
and Estate Planning Programs
- Real Estate
- Stocks and Bonds
- Support of Special Foundation Events
- Establishment of Honorary/Memorial Scholarships
- In-Kind Products and Services

The Foundation will always welcome the intangible and invaluable gifts of your time and service.
How can you get additional information about the Foundation?

Call Neta Craig, Foundation Executive Director at 903-668-5990 Ex.5723. She will be happy to answer any questions you might have and send you detailed information about the Foundation. Donations should be made payable to the Hallsville ISD Education Foundation. The mailing address is P.O. Box 810, Hallsville, TX 75650.