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Welcome to

Booker T. Washington Foundation for Excellence

Established in 1993, the Booker T. Washington Foundation for Excellence is an independent 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to enhance all aspects of academic endeavors for the students, faculty and administration at Booker T. Washington High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Foundation funds academic enrichment grants and teaching positions, and provides volunteer support to enhance the school’s great tradition of excellence in academics, arts and spirit.

The board is comprised of alumni, parents, teachers, administrators and community leaders who are passionate about supporting Booker T. Washington High School.

For more information, please email us at btwfoundation@gmail.com.

Who do we support:

2020-2021 Fundraising Overview

Read below to see how your funds have been put to use this year!

Fall Campaign

Funds will be used to support the rigorous academic environment by providing essential classroom tools.

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Gospel, Grits & Gershwin (GGG)

GGG is the Booker T. Washington Foundation for Excellence’s largest fundraising event.

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BBB Fundraiser

BBB is an event that raises awareness and builds community during BTW’s annual homecoming football game.

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Grant Requests

Please visit the Grants Page for a detailed overview of application requirements and deadlines

Recent Projects Funded

We fund a variety of school projects to
support overall learning goals.

Scientific Calculators

Student Support

The Foundation has purchased 180 scientific calculators for classroom and testing use. This puts a graphing calculator in the hands of each math student and IB/AP/PSAT test taker.

Chromebooks

Student Support

Distance learning has changed the face of education. The Foundation purchased 105 Chromebooks and three classroom charging stations to make sure that all Hornets have the technology they need to succeed.

Robotics Kits

Student Support

The Foundation purchased individual robotics kits that allow students hands-on experience with programmable robots.

Online Learning Tools

Supports Students

Students need access to the best resources available. The Foundation provides school-wide subscriptions to DeltaMath Plus, Edpuzzle Pro, TurnItIn.com and Vocabulary.com to help Hornets achieve excellence.