Oakwood Inclusion Coalition outlines events, launches small grant program for community projects
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Madeline Eiseley reported on the Oakwood Inclusion Coalition’s year of community events, partnerships with neighboring jurisdictions and a new grant program to fund local inclusive activities.
Madeline Eiseley used her public‑comment time at the Oakwood Board of Education meeting on June 25 to deliver an annual update for the Oakwood Inclusion Coalition, describing community events, partnerships and a new small‑grant program.
Eiseley said the coalition — founded in 2020 with the City of Oakwood, the schools and the library as pillar partners — has worked with neighboring South Dayton communities including Kettering, Sugar Creek Township, Beaver Creek and Centerville on events such as a family pride picnic and ice‑cream social. She highlighted a monthly events bulletin as a popular resource.
At its April annual meeting the coalition announced a new grant funding project to support events, art projects, performances or other activities that promote welcoming, inclusive community experiences. Eiseley said applicants need not be nonprofits; student groups, PTOs or informal community groups are eligible.
Eiseley also listed recent and upcoming activities, including a recent screening of a film done with the library and a July 11 screening about local resident Jeffrey McElfresh, who will attend and share his experience. She closed the comment by thanking the district for its partnership.
Eiseley’s remarks were given during public comments; no board action was recorded in response.
