Volunteer
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much”
Helen Keller
Get Involved
The Education Foundation of the Kennebunks and Arundel is a community-based foundation; our work on behalf of our children is only possible because of the talent, creativity and energy invested by dozens of volunteers from our communities. If you share the passion for making our children’s education the best it can be, please join us!
Volunteers are needed for:
• Data Entry
• Event Planning
• Fundraising
• Projects
• Mailing Prep
• Photography
• Publicity
• Social Media
• Outreach
• Writing
Who We Are
The EFKA and its committees are directed and governed
by a 8-person Board of Directors comprising residents
of the towns of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel, Maine.
Committees
The efforts of the EFKA are primarily driven by five volunteer-based committees. We have no paid staff so volunteers from the local community are the lifeblood of the foundation. We’re grateful to each and every volunteer who contributes time, effort and professional services. Without them, we could not ignite the creative spark in the schools of RSU21.
Grants Committee Overview
The Grants Committee is the liaison between the Board and the schools. The Grants Committee meets monthly.
Grants Committee Actions
- Solicits and assesses proposals for funding, and makes recommendations to the board to approve or deny requests.
- Collects and shares grant reflections and photos.
- Functions as a liaison and ambassador to grant seekers, administrators and teachers throughout grant process.
Grants Committee
Members
Members
- Rebecca Read, Chairperson, Liaison to Kennebunk High School
- Kelly Spencer, Liaison to Kennebunkport Consolidated School
- Dr. Terri Cooper, Superintendent of Schools RSU21
- Sarah Murray, Liaison to Kennebunk Elementary School
- Jen Foy, Liaison to Middle School of the Kennebunks
- Liaison to Mildred L. Day School – no liaison
- Jennifer Hass, Liaison to Sea Road School
Events Committee Overview
The Events Committee coordinates the foundation’s fundraising events and activities. The Events Committee meets as needed.
Events Committee Actions
- Coordinates Golf Tournament, Catch the Wave, Spelling Bee and other events.
- Executes logistics for all events.
- Collaborates with the Marketing & Communication Committee for promotional materials.
- Partners with the Annual and Leadership Giving Committee for soliciting individual donors and businesses.
Events Committee
Members
Members
- Rhonda Hebert, Chair
- Jackie Teguis
- Mandy Nelson
Marketing / Communications
Committee Overview
Committee Overview
The Marketing & Communications Committee seeks to increase community awareness of the EFKA and the programs that it supports in the schools of RSU21. The Marketing & Communications Committee meets monthly.
Marketing / Communications
Committee Actions
Committee Actions
- Develops and executes the promotional activities of the EFKA.
- Updates the EFKA website and Facebook page.
- Writes press releases.
- Seeks to establish relationship with local media outlets.
Marketing / Communications
Committee Members
Committee Members
- Mandy Nelson, Chair
- Amy McGarry
- Jackie Teguis
Governance Committee Overview
Formed in 2009, the Governance Committee oversees and manages the internal structure and operations of the EFKA as it continues to evolve. The Governance Committee meets monthly.
Governance Committee Actions
- Identifies and recommends Board members for leadership positions.
- Leads the Board in the development of the foundation’s strategic plan.
- Periodically assesses achievement of goals outlined in the strategic plan.
- Updates the Board on its activities on a regular basis.
Governance Committee
Members
Members
- James Read, Chair
- Rhonda Hebert
- Jackie Teguis
- Amy McGarry
- Mike McEnaney
- Mandy Nelson
Annual & Leadership Giving
Committee Overview
Committee Overview
Formed in 2014, the Annual and Leadership Giving Committee leads and supports the foundation’s philanthropic efforts. The Annual and Leadership Giving Committee meets monthly.
Annual & Leadership Giving
Committee Actions
Committee Actions
- Coordinates the Callathon/Annual Appeal and philanthropic efforts throughout the year.
- Develops and implements leadership giving plans for individuals and businesses.
- Promotes endowment gifts.
- Provides bequest documentation.
- Partners with the Events Committee for soliciting individual donors and businesses.
- Collaborates with the Marketing & Communications Committee for promotional materials.
Annual & Leadership Giving
Committee Members
Committee Members
- James Read, Chair
- Rebecca Read