Expand what’s possible.
Fund inspired learning, exploration and growth.
UNION GROVEEDUCATION FOUNDATIONAlumniDonate
ENHANCE. SUPPORT. INVOLVE.
Strengthening Opportunities.
Growing the Grove.
We connect community generosity with opportunities that help Union Grove students and educators thrive—today and for generations to come.
START STRONG.
GROW THE GROVE.
$52,971.28INVESTED IN 2025–2026
11EDUCATOR GRANTS AWARDED
1COMMUNITY GROWING TOGETHER
01 / WHO WE ARE
MORE THAN FUNDING
A foundation for
what’s possible.
The Union Grove Education Foundation is a community-powered nonprofit created to enhance education, support educators and involve our community in the success of Union Grove ISD.
Through grants, partnerships and fundraising, we help turn great ideas into meaningful opportunities for students.
Back bold educators.
Equip teachers to bring big ideas into classrooms.
Bring the Grove together.
Connect our community with meaningful ways to help.
LEADERSHIP & BOARD
PEOPLE WITH PURPOSE
Serving the Grove.
Shaping what’s next.
Our volunteer board is committed to responsible stewardship, community partnership and creating meaningful opportunities for Union Grove students and educators.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
Brittany Bonilla
President
Tim Bower
Vice President
Allison Byers
Secretary
Brandy Williamson
VP of Events
Alex Montelbano
VP of Development
Amanda Slaydon
VP of Programs
Christina Wightman
VP of Marketing
Kristen Woodfin
VP of Finance
DISTRICT LEADERSHIP
Dr. Greg Bower
SUPERINTENDENTBOARD MEMBERS
Tammy Kessler
Mallory Shelton
Zach Wright
Sandy Spears
Tim Turner
Terri Woodfin
Sarah Deller
Brandy Smith
Cody Edwards
PAST BOARD MEMBERS
Brian Gray
Brian Selph
02 / GRANTS IN ACTION
FROM GRANT TO GREAT
Great ideas deserve
the chance to grow.
11EDUCATOR-LED
PROJECTS
PROJECTS
$52,971.28TOTAL GRANT
INVESTMENT
INVESTMENT
In our first grant cycle, community support turned educator ideas into meaningful opportunities and lasting investments in Union Grove students.
MOMENTS OF IMPACT
Celebrating ideas brought to life.
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03 / WAYS TO GIVE
ONE GIFT. A LOT OF RIPPLES.
Your generosity
becomes opportunity.
Every gift—at every level—helps educators dream bigger and gives students opportunities that may not otherwise be possible.
DONATE NOWGive once
Make an immediate investment in student and educator opportunities.
Give monthly
Create dependable support that helps the Foundation plan for lasting impact.
Give in honor
Celebrate a teacher, graduate, loved one or milestone with a meaningful gift.
Give through work
Explore employer matching, in-kind support or business partnership.
04 / COMMUNITY PARTNERS
PARTNERS IN POSSIBILITY
Put your business behind
what’s possible.
WITH GRATITUDE
Founding Donors
Early generosity built the foundation for what’s possible.
FOUNDING DONORAltra Federal Credit Union
FOUNDING DONORThe Families of O'Byrne, Tuttle, and Woodfin
FOUNDING DONORCarter, Farris & McAfee Families
FOUNDING DONORThe Family of BJ & Sabrina Vestal
FOUNDING DONORThe Family of John & Blane Linder
FOUNDING DONORThe Wright Family
FOUNDING DONORThe Hogue Family
Invest today.
Empower tomorrow.
2026-2027 GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Choose your impact level.
Every level helps grow opportunity. Partner benefits begin once payment is received.
ELITE
$10,000+
- VIP gala table with 8 tickets
- Event signage and advertising
- Silent or live auction recognition
- Presentation Banquet recognition
- Logo on promotional materials, district website and UGEF social media
- Proud Sponsor signage
- A regular grant awarded in your name the following year
- For the first two Elite partners: Signature Cocktail naming or a branded cocktail for all attendees
DIAMOND
$5,000 - $9,999
- 4 gala tickets
- Silent or live auction recognition
- Logo on promotional materials, district website and UGEF social media
- Proud Sponsor signage
- A mini-grant awarded in your name the following year
PLATINUM
$2,500 - $4,999
- 4 gala tickets
- Logo on promotional materials, district website and UGEF social media
- Proud Sponsor signage
- A mini-grant awarded in your name the following year
GOLD
$1,000 - $2,499
- 2 gala tickets
- Logo on the district website and UGEF social media
- Proud Sponsor signage
SILVER
$500 - $999
- Name or logo recognition on UGEF social media
- Proud Sponsor yard sign
FRIENDSHIP
$1 - $499
- Name or logo recognition on UGEF social media
GROW BIG BLUE
Put your name behind
what’s next.
Choose the level that fits your business and help create opportunities that reach far beyond a single school year.
SEE THE FOUNDATION IN ACTION
05 / COME TOGETHER
FOUNDATION EVENTS
Good times.
Great purpose.
Our events celebrate education, build community and raise support for meaningful student opportunities.
SAVEtheDATE
FEB202027
ANNUAL GALA
Lions Give Gala
February 20, 2027
Celebrate education. Create opportunity.
- TIME
- To be announced
- LOCATION
- The Reserve Event Center
7725 US 259
Longview, TX
Add to CalendarTickets Coming Soon
FUTURE
Community Fundraiser
Party in the Dirt UGEF Fundraiser
The Grove comes together for educator grants and student opportunity.
PAST EVENTS
Moments worth remembering.
FEBRUARY 2026
An Evening of Impact: 2026 Lions Give Gala
Relive the night in pictures and celebrate the community that helped grow opportunity across Union Grove.
THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU IN THE PRIDE.
Give your time.
Share your talent.
Move an idea forward.
You do not have to serve on the board to make a difference. Help with events, fundraising, photography, outreach, grant celebrations or the countless details that make impact possible.
I’d like to help06 / ALUMNI
FOREVER A LION
Your story is still
part of ours.
Union Grove alumni carry the pride, friendships and traditions of the Grove wherever life takes them. Share your information so the Foundation can keep you connected to school news, alumni opportunities and ways to support today’s students.
Join the Alumni Network by filling out your contact information.
07 / LET’S CONNECT
Let’s grow the Grove
together.
Interested in giving, sponsorships, grants, volunteering or an upcoming event? Send us a note—we would love to hear from you.
EMAILugeflions@gmail.com
MAILING ADDRESS11220 Union Grove Rd
Gladewater, TX 75647