The Foundation Mission Statement

Q: What is the Vaughan Elementary Foundation (VEF)?

A: VEF is a non-profit organization under the Cobb Schools Foundation, dedicated to providing educational opportunities that otherwise would not be a part of the instructional program at Vaughan Elementary. VEF provides academic support that is not funded by the Cobb County School District or the Vaughan PTSA.

Q: How is VEF different from the PTSA?

A: The VEF can utilize funds for STEAM related salaries, capital improvements, supplies, equipment, teacher conferences and other school needs. PTSA works with our school to provide programs and volunteers, but national PTA guidelines limit how the PTA can spend funds.

Q: Can I participate in both the PTSA and Foundation?

A: Absolutely! There is no conflict in volunteering between the Foundation and PTSA.

Q: Who is CCSF?

A: The Cobb County Schools Foundation (CCSF) is a 501(c)3 Georgia non-profit organization supporting, rewarding, and enhancing educational opportunities for Cobb County Schools, staff, and students. The CCSF also manages funds for the foundations of several Cobb Schools which includes VEF.

Q: How does Vaughan Elementary Foundation raise funds?

A: VEF raises funds through personal and company donations, corporate gift matching, our events such as Monster Mash and Color Run as well as Chick-Fil-A Biscuit Tuesdays and Birthday Marquee.

Q: How Can I help VEF?

A: Make a financial contribution to the Foundation under "Donate" on this website. Double your donation by asking your employer about Corporate Gift Matching. Volunteer and participate in Foundation events. Become a community partner and advocate for STEAM in early education.

Q: Is my donation tax exempt?

A: Yes! You will be emailed a receipt after making your online donation. Receipts can also be provided by our treasurer including the CCSF tax id number for tax records.

Q: What will VEF do with my contributions?

A: We use contributions for the following: Technology upgrades that support our curriculum (e.g. laptops, ipads, educational software, STEAM related Professional Development for staff, STEM Lab Equipment and STEM Supplies for each grade level.