The yellow brick road led straight to an evening of enchantment and generosity at the Goddard Education Foundation’s Oz event on Saturday, March 29, 2025. The Distillery 244 was transformed into a vibrant, whimsical world, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz met the heart of our community.
From the moment guests stepped through the doors, they were greeted by dazzling Oz-inspired decorations, a testament to the hard work and creativity of our dedicated volunteers. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as volunteers, many dressed in spectacular costumes, and attendees mingled for an evening of fun and philanthropy.
The night unfolded with Live Music provided by The 99 band, a delicious buffet meal by Heart of Country Catering, and desserts provided by Butter Babes Bakery. The generosity of our community was truly inspiring, as attendees participated in the Haunted Forest games, and limited chance games, bid on unique items during the Live Auction, and made direct donations to support Goddard Public Schools students and staff.
This year’s Oz event was particularly special, as it highlighted the GEF’s commitment to the Innovative Teacher Grant Program, a program that helps fund Goddard educator’s most innovative and hands-on learning projects for their classrooms.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our outstanding business partners, individual benefactors, and community leaders whose generous support continues to inspire the work we do. We also want to thank our tireless volunteers. Your dedication and passion were instrumental in creating such a memorable evening.
The success of Oz is a testament to the power of community. We are incredibly proud to be part of a community that values education and invests in the future of our #265Family!