A Financial Bridge

OSF helps Oklahoma’s low-income families gain access to the learning environment that’s right for them

OUR MISSION

OSF helps low-income families bridge the financial gap between what they can afford and what is best suited for their student for specialized PreK-12 education. Our program helps kids of all backgrounds, from those struggling with bullying and behavioral challenges to learning disabilities, substance abuse, and homelessness.

How It Works

Oklahomans donate funds to OSF for scholarships

OSF accepts donations, manages applications, ensures compliance and awards scholarships

Donors receive state tax credits and federal/state tax deductions

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Leadership

Board of Directors
Holly Gerard

Holly Gerard

President, Durant

Michael Lapolla

Michael Lapolla

Vice President,Tulsa

Chris Miller

Chris Miller

Treasurer and Secretary, Tulsa

Charles Daniels

Charles Daniels

Director, Bartlesville

Erin Hagan

Erin Hagan

Director, Tulsa

Brittoni Lantz

Brittoni Lantz

Director, Broken Arrow

Mike Mazzei

Mike Mazzei

Director, Tulsa

Hopper Smith

Hopper Smith

Director, Edmond

Holly Gerard

Holly Gerard

President, Durant

James Reed, CPA

James Reed, CPA

Treasurer, Edmond

Charles Daniels

Charles Daniels

Director, Bartlesville

Erin Hagan

Erin Hagan

Director, Tulsa

Dan Newberry

Dan Newberry

Director, Tulsa

Michael Lapolla

Michael Lapolla

Vice President,Tulsa

Chris Miller

Chris Miller

Secretary, Tulsa

Todd Kolczun

Todd Kolczun

Director, Miami

Brittoni Lantz

Brittoni Lantz

Director, Broken Arrow

Hopper Smith

Hopper Smith

Director, Edmond

Emeritus Board
Michael Carnuccio

Michael Carnuccio

Emeritus Board, Yukon

Eddie Huff

Eddie Huff

Emeritus Board, Tulsa

Todd Kolczun

Todd Kolczun

Emeritus Board, Miami

Dan Newberry

Dan Newberry

Emeritus Board, Tulsa

James Reed, CPA

James Reed, CPA

Emeritus Board, Edmond

T.W. Shannon

T.W. Shannon

Emeritus Board, Norman

Jabar Shumate

Jabar Shumate

Emeritus Board, Tulsa

Mark Stephen

Mark Stephen

Emeritus Board, Tulsa

STAFF
Sarah Guardiola

Sarah Guardiola

CEO

Alison Shellenberger

Alison Shellenberger

Director of Development

Kelsey Potts

Kelsey Potts

Program Coordinator

Carrie Smith

Carrie Smith

Accounting Officer

Sarah Guardiola

Sarah Guardiola

CEO

Alison Shellenberger

Alison Shellenberger

Director of Development

Kelsey Potts

Kelsey Potts

Program Coordinator

Carrie Smith

Carrie Smith

Accounting Officer

ACCOUNTABILITY

OSF is committed to transparency. We have a 100 out of 100 rating on Charity Navigator and a GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency.

ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITY DOCUMENTS:

2023 Annual Report  |  Public 990s  |  Public Audit  |  2021 Statute: Oklahoma EqualOpportunity Education Scholarship Act  |  Fiscal Impact Study

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Scholarships for Oklahoma students, educational choice for Oklahoma families!

Are YOU a resident of Oklahoma wanting to make a difference in our education system? Become an OSF donor today! 🤩

Right now, students across the state are in need of financial assistance to access a learning environment suited to their needs. With your contribution, we can prevent bullying, homelessness and learning disabilities from standing in the way of their education!

Get started today ➡️ osfkids.org/donate
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Are YOU a resident of Oklahoma wanting to make a difference in our education system? Become an OSF donor today! 🤩Right now, students across the state are in need of financial assistance to access a learning environment suited to their needs. With your contribution, we can prevent bullying, homelessness and learning disabilities from standing in the way of their education!Get started today ➡️ osfkids.org/donate

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There's only ONE WEEK left to submit your scholarship application for the 2023-2024 school year! 😱

Parents and member schools — ensure your applications are submitted (along with the required documentation) by Wednesday, May 15: osfkids.org/scholarships
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Theres only ONE WEEK left to submit your scholarship application for the 2023-2024 school year! 😱 Parents and member schools — ensure your applications are submitted (along with the required documentation) by Wednesday, May 15: osfkids.org/scholarships
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