In a heartfelt gesture of community support, the Woods Learning Center Parent-Teacher Co-op in Casper, Wyoming, has decided to donate its remaining funds to a local nonprofit organization. The donation follows the recent closure of the K–8 school, which was decided by the Natrona County School District 1 last November. The school’s operations officially concluded on May 29.
Supporting Local Families
The co-op, which has been an integral part of the school community, unanimously voted to allocate its remaining balance of $2,626.50 to the Wyoming Food for Thought Project. This local grassroots nonprofit is committed to improving access to healthy and affordable food throughout the community, making it a fitting recipient of the donation.
Betsy Erickson, president of the co-op, expressed the group’s intentions behind the donation, stating, “We want the Woods legacy to be one of caring for our children and our community, so this felt like the right way to give back.” Her words reflect the co-op’s dedication to ensuring that the spirit of support and care continues beyond the school’s physical presence.
A Grateful Community
Brandy Teague, executive director of the Wyoming Food for Thought Project, expressed her gratitude for the donation, highlighting the impact it will have on local families. “We are incredibly grateful to Woods Learning Center for their generosity and years of service to local children,” Teague said. “It means so much that they chose to invest their remaining resources in our organization so the support they provided can continue following the children and families they served.”
This act of generosity underscores the importance of community support and the positive impact that local organizations can have when they come together for a common cause. As the Woods Learning Center closes its doors, its legacy of caring and community involvement will continue to thrive through the Wyoming Food for Thought Project’s efforts.
Original reporting: Oil City News (Casper WY) — read the source article.
