Q&A

 
Copyright 2009   
    Birmingham Falls Foundation   
    980 Birmingham Road, Suite 501-333, Milton GA  30004
 

  1. 1. What is the Birmingham Falls Foundation?


The Birmingham Falls Foundation is a Georgia, non-profit organization run by volunteers.  It’s purpose is to raise funds for ongoing programs that enrich the students of Birmingham Falls Elementary School.


  1. 2. When did the Foundation start?


The Birmingham Falls Foundation was started in January of 2009 and our 501c3 status is pending Q4 2009.


  1. 3. How much has the Foundation raised to date?


For the first month of operation, the Birmingham Falls Foundation has raised over $35,000.


  1. 4. Where does the money go?


The Foundation earmarks funds towards a variety of programs, including Discovery Zone, Computer Labs, Chess Club, Foreign Language, Media Center, and the Playground.  Much of the money goes toward supporting joint BFF/PTA programs in which the Foundation provides the financial support and the PTA provides the people.


  1. 5. Who decides where the money goes?


The Foundation is run by a Board of Trustees, all volunteers from the community.  The Trustees meet once or twice per month to earmark the funds based upon a majority vote of the Trustees.  The meetings are open to the community.


  1. 6. What is the minimum amount I can give to the Foundation to support Birmingham Falls Foundation?


The typical donation is $250-$500, that donations of any amount ($5, $10, $50, etc.) are more than welcome.  We are also actively seeking volunteers for a variety of programs.


  1. 7. What is the difference between the PTA and the Foundation?


Both organizations work closely together to raise funds and organize programs for the students of Birmingham Falls Foundation.  The PTA concentrates more on programs and curriculum enrichment, and must spend its funds before the end of the school year.  The Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization that has no restrictions on timing of its capital spend.  As such, it focuses more on overall fundraising and on projects that require a large capital expenditure or would carry over into another school year.