Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation

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ASTEF MILESTONE APPROACHES ~ SAVE THE DATE!

On Sept. 17, 2020 the Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation (ASTEF) will be celebrating yet another milestone in her brief history…our official beginning. Sept. 17, 2020 will mark the 10th Birthday of “OUR” Foundation.

ASTEF is gearing up for this monumental milestone. Members should return often to this website for announcements, birthday videos, and other information leading up to the kickoff Birthday Party to be held during the TSO 2020 McAllen Convention and will conclude with a second Birthday Party during the TSO 2021 Denton Convention.

“ASTEF: A DECADE OF MAKING DREAMS COME TRUE!”

If you or your chapter have ever received a project grant, we would love to have your video summarizing the scope of the project, the project’s name, and the amount awarded. If you have received a grant more than once, please note that also.
Videos should be less than 2 minutes and everyone in the video must submit a media release form granting permission to use images and the video on the ASTEF website. A media release form can be found on this website under the Forms tab. Please submit videos and media releases by email to webmaster@astef.org and to travel@astef.org.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the accomplishments of the past and the actions of our current endeavors as we dream for the future.
“ASTEF: A Decade of Making Dreams Come True” as we “Impact Education By Impacting Educators!”

Thank you to YOU- the members- who help make ASTEF’s mission possible through your commitment to the advancement of ASTEF-YOUR Foundation- not only during the convention but all year long.

To make a donation using PayPal or a credit card, select the button below.

GALVESTON WEEKENDER

Amazing weekend in Galveston with some of the best gals and a few guys!! Thanks to Barbara and her team that outdid themselves with wonderful info and food, and etc! Kay and I enjoyed our time with each of you! What special memories and some new special friends!! Hugs!!
Love and God bless, Katherine

Thank you for a delightful weekend. We all benefited from your efforts. I learned so much on this trip. It was great to renew acquaintances with friends from other trips. Your committee of locals also added to our enjoyment. Your leadership made this trip so much fun.

Thanks for a great weekend getaway! The food was delicious and the fellowship was delightful. It was amazing to be on the campus of the University of Texas Medical Branch and to get a special tour of Old Red.

To then go to the campus of Texas A & M University Galveston and to have the hands-on activity of our marine environment was special.

The Ocean Star Museum reminded us of all of the commerce in the Gulf of Mexico, and the Harbor Tour showed us commerce in action with the cruise ships leaving out while other activity was taking place. I think most of us agree that we were tired on Saturday evening.
Many thanks,
Rosemary

Thank you from Epsilon Omega

Thank you from Nancy Barron

FALL STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN

ASTEF’s Advancement Committee announces the Fall Stewardship Campaign – “The Tree of Gratitude Giving Campaign.” Beginning November 1, 2019, ASTEF members will be able to express their gratitude for those who have influenced them. Donate in honor of or in memory of someone you admire and respect. As donations are made, leaves will be added to the Tree of Gratitude. The progressive leafing of the Tree of Gratitude will be shown here. A list of those being honored will be available here at the end of the campaign.
The levels of giving include:
$101.00+ - Legacy Level
$100.00 - Thankful Level
$50.00 - Admiration Level
$25.00 - Appreciation Level.
Remember, all donations are tax deductible.
Please join and express gratitude for those who have been influential in your life. Complete the Tree of Gratitude Contribution Form by clicking on the link below and mailing it to ASTEF, P. O. Box 797787, Dallas, TX 75379. Thank you for your support.

Tree of Gratitude Donation Form

SUPPORT ASTEF WHILE SHOPPING ON AMAZON

Just wanted everyone to know that it is a very easy process to support ASTEF while shopping on Amazon. Just make sure that you use the correct URL.
Follow these directions:
Thanks for visiting smile.amazon.com! Per your request, we have successfully changed the AmazonSmile charity you are supporting to Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation.
Remember, if you want Amazon to donate to Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation, you need to start each shopping session at the URL
smile.amazon.com, and we will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases.
Visit Your AmazonSmile Impact to see donation information and learn more about your charity.
AmazonSmile: You shop. Amazon gives.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation is

to provide funding for activities that support professional and personal growth of women educators in Texas, and
to promote educational excellence for Texas students.

ASTEF members may apply for a Texas State Organization (TSO) state scholarship; participate in leadership events; and apply for project stipends.

Donating to our foundation is easy and only takes a few minutes. You can give by using the Donate Now button on the menu above or you can mail your contribution using the newly designed contribution forms.

Your tax deductible contributions to ASTEF have impacted education, educators and students, in the Texas communities.
Thank you for your donations and support.

As a 501(c)(3) public charity, ASTEF provides funding for activities that support professional and personal growth of women educators in Texas and promotes educational excellence for Texas students.

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